12063C102KAT2A

The 12063C102KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, representing a reliable component choice for industrial and consumer electronics applications. This part belongs to the 1206 package family, one of the most widely used surface-mount capacitor formats in modern PCB design. The 1206 designation refers to its physical dimensions, making it compatible with standard automated assembly equipment found in manufacturing facilities worldwide. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part function as energy storage and filtering elements within electronic circuits. They are essential for decoupling, bypassing, and signal coupling applications across diverse industries. Engineers commonly specify MLCCs in power supply circuits, audio equipment, telecommunications infrastructure, automotive electronics, and industrial control systems. The 1206 package size offers an optimal balance between component footprint and electrical performance, allowing designers to minimize board space while maintaining adequate capacitance values. AVX manufactures this capacitor using advanced ceramic dielectric materials and metallization processes developed over decades of specialization in the capacitor market. The part number suffix "KAT2A" indicates specific characteristics within AVX's product taxonomy, relating to the dielectric material composition, voltage rating class, and temperature coefficient specifications that define this component's performance envelope. Engineers typically choose the 12063C102KAT2A when their circuit design requires a capacitor that balances cost-effectiveness with consistent performance across temperature variations and operating conditions. The 1206 package is considerably smaller than through-hole alternatives, yet offers capacitance values suitable for modern high-density applications. This part is particularly valued in designs where reliability and long-term stability are important considerations, as ceramic capacitors from established manufacturers like AVX demonstrate excellent aging characteristics and tolerance to mechanical stress during assembly. The component integrates seamlessly into standard surface-mount manufacturing processes, including wave soldering, reflow soldering, and automated placement systems. This compatibility with established manufacturing methodologies reduces production costs and simplifies supply chain management for contract manufacturers and OEMs. When selecting this specific part number, engineers benefit from AVX's quality standards, consistent supply availability, and well-documented performance history across industry applications. The 1206 MLCC format remains a foundational building block in electronic design, and AVX's variants address the diverse voltage and capacitance requirements encountered across industrial, commercial, and consumer products. For applications requiring dependable capacitive performance in a compact, cost-effective package, the 12063C102KAT2A serves as a proven solution.