12063C103KAT2A

The AVX 12063C103KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose applications in electronic circuits. This component belongs to the 1206 package family, one of the most widely used surface-mount capacitor formats in modern electronics manufacturing. The 1206 designation refers to its compact physical dimensions, making it suitable for high-density PCB layouts while remaining accessible for automated assembly and repair operations. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental passive components used to store electrical charge and manage signal integrity across countless applications. Engineers specify MLCCs in filtering circuits, decoupling networks, coupling stages, and timing applications. The ceramic dielectric technology provides stable performance across a wide operating temperature range, making these capacitors reliable for both consumer and industrial environments. The "C" designation in the part number indicates this capacitor belongs to AVX's established ceramic capacitor portfolio, while the specific alphanumeric suffix identifies its electrical characteristics, packaging variant, and manufacturing specifications. The 1206 form factor has become an industry standard, ensuring compatibility with standard PCB design guidelines and pick-and-place equipment used in manufacturing facilities worldwide. Engineers typically choose MLCCs in the 1206 package for applications requiring a balance between component size, capacitance value, and voltage rating. This package offers significantly more capacitance density than smaller alternatives like 0805 or 0603, while maintaining reasonable board real estate. The ceramic material provides excellent frequency response characteristics, making it suitable for high-frequency applications and RF filtering where polymer-based alternatives may be inadequate. The multilayer construction of ceramic capacitors allows manufacturers to achieve higher capacitance values in compact packages compared to single-layer designs. This makes the 1206 format particularly valuable in power supply circuits, where bulk capacitance is required near voltage regulators and switching stages to maintain stable voltages under dynamic load conditions. AVX is a well-established manufacturer in the passive components sector, and their MLCC products are recognized for consistent quality and reliable performance in production environments. Designers selecting the 12063C103KAT2A would typically do so when their circuit design calls for a standard, proven ceramic capacitor in a widely-supported package size, with the specific electrical characteristics indicated by this part number's designation. This component integrates easily into both prototype development and high-volume manufacturing workflows, supported by established supplier networks and well-documented assembly processes across the electronics industry.