12062A471KAT2A

The 12062A471KAT2A is a thin-film multilayer ceramic capacitor manufactured by AVX, a recognized producer of passive components for electronics. This component belongs to the 1206 package family, a standard surface-mount size widely used in modern circuit board design. The part number designation indicates specific electrical characteristics typical of AVX's thin-film capacitor offerings, which are engineered for applications requiring stable performance across temperature ranges and frequency variations. Multilayer ceramic capacitors in the 1206 package serve critical functions in power distribution, signal coupling, filtering, and noise suppression across numerous industrial and commercial applications. These components are particularly valued in switching power supplies, audio amplifiers, RF circuits, and data acquisition systems where reliable capacitance retention is essential. The thin-film construction offers superior performance characteristics compared to standard ceramic capacitors, including lower equivalent series resistance, reduced distortion, and improved frequency stability. Engineers typically specify thin-film multilayer capacitors like this model in applications where component aging and temperature coefficient stability matter significantly to circuit performance. The 1206 format provides a balance between component density and handling ease in automated assembly processes, making it suitable for both compact consumer electronics and rugged industrial equipment. This package size has become industry standard, ensuring broad compatibility with modern PCB design tools and manufacturing equipment. The AVX 12062A471KAT2A is commonly found in medical instrumentation, telecommunications infrastructure, industrial control systems, and aerospace applications where component reliability and consistent electrical characteristics are non-negotiable. Its construction method provides advantages in high-frequency filtering applications where conventional ceramic capacitors may exhibit resonance issues or inadequate performance stability. Selection of this specific part number over alternatives typically reflects design requirements for particular frequency performance, temperature stability, or ESR (equivalent series resistance) characteristics. The thin-film technology employed in this component delivers performance margins that justify its specification in demanding applications where capacitor failure or performance drift could compromise system functionality. The 1206 package dimensions and standardized mounting footprint make this component straightforward to integrate into existing PCB layouts and manufacturing processes. Its proven performance history in industrial applications makes it a reliable choice for engineers designing systems requiring consistent, stable capacitor behavior over extended operating lifespans and through varied environmental conditions.