12062A181KAT2A

# Product Description The AVX 12062A181KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for use in demanding industrial and commercial electronics applications. This component belongs to AVX's established family of surface-mount capacitors, engineered to meet the reliability and performance requirements of professional-grade equipment. As an MLCC, this capacitor functions as an energy storage and filtering element in electronic circuits. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are widely used for decoupling, bypassing, coupling, and filtering tasks across power supplies, signal processing circuits, and RF applications. The 1206 package designation indicates this is a surface-mount component with industry-standard dimensions, making it compatible with automated pick-and-place assembly processes used in modern manufacturing environments. The "181" portion of the part number denotes the capacitance value within AVX's naming convention. MLCCs in this capacitance range are commonly specified in mid-frequency filtering applications, power distribution networks, and general-purpose decoupling roles in microprocessor-based systems and industrial control boards. Engineers typically select AVX multilayer ceramic capacitors for their proven reliability, consistent electrical performance across temperature ranges, and availability in multiple voltage ratings and dielectric formulations. The specific construction and materials used in this part number provide stable capacitance characteristics suitable for long-term operation in industrial environments where temperature fluctuations and electrical stress are routine concerns. The surface-mount form factor of the 1206 package offers significant advantages for modern circuit board design. This package density allows engineers to implement comprehensive decoupling strategies without consuming excessive board real estate, while the standardized dimensions ensure compatibility with industry-standard soldering equipment and assembly processes. The robust ceramic construction provides excellent mechanical stability compared to older through-hole technologies. Designers often specify this particular part number when they require a proven, established capacitor solution with excellent availability and consistent manufacturing. AVX's manufacturing infrastructure ensures reliable sourcing for both prototype development and high-volume production runs. The component's track record in industrial applications makes it a low-risk specification choice for engineers designing equipment that must operate reliably for extended periods in challenging electrical environments. This capacitor would typically be found in quantities on a single circuit board, supporting various filtering and decoupling functions throughout power delivery networks, analog signal paths, and digital logic sections. Its proven performance history makes it particularly suitable for applications where component failure must be minimized and field replacement costs are a significant concern.