12062C561KAT4A

The AVX 12062C561KAT4A is a thin-film chip capacitor designed for precision applications requiring stable performance across demanding operating conditions. As a component in AVX's established thin-film capacitor portfolio, this part serves engineers who need reliable capacitance in a compact surface-mount package suitable for modern PCB assembly processes. Thin-film capacitors like this model are constructed using vacuum-deposited metal film on ceramic or polymer substrates, delivering exceptional consistency and low dissipation factors compared to conventional ceramic capacitor technologies. This manufacturing approach makes them particularly valuable in applications where predictable behavior and minimal signal distortion are critical requirements. The part's designation indicates it belongs to a family optimized for general-purpose industrial and instrumentation use. Engineers typically specify thin-film capacitors in filtering, coupling, and decoupling roles within analog signal chains, audio equipment, precision measurement instruments, and medical devices. Their low equivalent series resistance (ESR) and inductance characteristics make them suitable for high-frequency applications and environments where capacitance stability over temperature and time is paramount. The thin-film construction also provides superior performance in terms of capacitance tolerance and aging compared to standard multilayer ceramic capacitors, which is especially important in precision analog circuits where calibration drift can compromise system accuracy. The 12062C561KAT4A's case code indicates a standard surface-mount package format compatible with automated assembly equipment used in industrial electronics manufacturing. This package style allows for efficient board layout and high-volume production while maintaining the reliability demanded by industrial customers. The part is suited for applications ranging from consumer electronics requiring stable timing or filtering functions to industrial instrumentation, telecommunications infrastructure, and automotive electronics where performance margins must be maintained across temperature extremes and operational stresses. Designers select AVX thin-film capacitors over alternatives when circuit performance specifications demand lower losses, tighter tolerance control, or superior frequency stability. While ceramic multilayer capacitors dominate cost-sensitive applications, thin-film technology provides measurable advantages where signal integrity, noise performance, or long-term reliability take precedence. This part represents a proven solution for engineers working on projects where component quality directly impacts system performance and field reliability cannot be compromised.