12065A561FAT2A

The 12065A561FAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the leading producers of passive electronic components for industrial and commercial applications. This component belongs to the 1206 case size family, a widely-used surface-mount package that balances compact form factor with practical handling characteristics for automated assembly. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental passive components found in virtually every modern electronic system. They serve critical functions including energy storage, signal coupling and decoupling, noise filtering, and frequency tuning across analog and digital circuits. The 1206 package size makes this capacitor particularly suitable for space-constrained applications where engineers need reliable capacitance in a compact footprint without sacrificing solderability or thermal performance. AVX's capacitor products are recognized for consistent quality and reliability in demanding industrial environments. The 1206 form factor has become an industry standard, meaning engineers can source compatible parts from multiple manufacturers when needed, though the specific performance characteristics vary by series and dielectric material. This particular part number suggests it belongs to AVX's established product lines used in telecommunications infrastructure, power supply circuits, automotive electronics, and industrial control systems. The ceramic dielectric technology employed in MLCCs like the 12065A561FAT2A offers advantages including stable performance across temperature ranges typical of industrial settings, low equivalent series resistance (ESR) suitable for high-frequency filtering, and excellent reliability in automated manufacturing environments. Engineers typically specify ceramic capacitors for applications where cost-effectiveness, miniaturization, and proven field performance are essential. When selecting a specific MLCC part number, engineers consider several factors beyond basic capacitance value: the dielectric type affects temperature stability and frequency response, the voltage rating ensures safe operation in the target circuit, and the ESR/ESL characteristics determine suitability for power delivery or high-frequency applications. The 1206 package is commonly used across voltage ratings from a few volts to several hundred volts, and with various dielectric formulations optimized for different performance profiles. The 12065A561FAT2A represents a standard-performance solution from a trusted manufacturer, making it suitable for engineers designing reliable industrial and commercial electronic equipment where component consistency and availability are important considerations. AVX's manufacturing quality and global distribution network mean this part maintains consistent specifications across production batches, reducing design validation risk for OEMs and contract manufacturers.