12062C152KAT2A

The 12062C152KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, a leading supplier of passive electronic components. This capacitor is part of AVX's established product line for general-purpose and industrial applications, designed to meet the needs of engineers working on circuit boards where compact, reliable capacitance is essential. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model serve as fundamental building blocks in modern electronics. They function to store and release electrical energy, filter noise, couple or decouple signals, and stabilize voltage supplies across countless applications. The ceramic dielectric material used in MLCCs provides good performance in a small physical footprint, making these components ideal for space-constrained designs. The "12062" designation indicates this capacitor uses the 1206 package size, which is one of the most common surface-mount device (SMD) packages in use today. This standardized package measures 3.2mm × 1.6mm and is readily compatible with automated assembly equipment used in manufacturing facilities worldwide. The compact size and surface-mount configuration make it suitable for high-density PCB layouts without requiring through-hole drilling or manual insertion. This part number suggests capacitance in the picofarad to microfarad range typical of ceramic capacitors in this package. Engineers commonly specify MLCCs like this in power supply filtering circuits, decoupling applications near integrated circuits, high-frequency signal coupling, and timing circuits. They are found across consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, industrial control systems, automotive electronics, and medical device applications. The "C" designation in the part number indicates a specific dielectric material class, which affects the capacitor's stability, temperature behavior, and voltage rating. Different dielectric classes are chosen based on application requirements—some prioritize stable capacitance across temperature ranges, while others provide higher capacitance density in a smaller volume. AVX's reputation for quality manufacturing means this capacitor is produced under strict process controls. Engineers selecting this specific part number typically do so because they need a component that meets established reliability standards, works within their existing supply chain, or matches qualification requirements for their application. The part's established presence in stock across multiple distributors makes it a practical choice for both prototype development and production runs. For applications requiring high-volume consistency, proven reliability in field use, and straightforward integration into standard assembly processes, the 12062C152KAT2A offers a dependable solution from a manufacturer with decades of experience in passive component design and production.