1206AA470KAT1A

The 1206AA470KAT1A is a ceramic capacitor manufactured by AVX, a recognized supplier of passive electronic components. This part belongs to the 1206 package family, which refers to the surface-mount device (SMD) form factor measuring 3.2mm by 1.6mm. The 1206 package size represents a mid-range option in surface-mount capacitors, offering a practical balance between component density and ease of handling during assembly and repair. Ceramic capacitors like this component are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, used for energy storage, filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling applications. The 1206 package is widely deployed in industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, power management circuits, automotive electronics, and general-purpose consumer electronics where moderate capacitance values are required. AVX's 1206 ceramic capacitor series is designed for general industrial and commercial applications. These capacitors are typically engineered to function reliably across standard operating temperature ranges suitable for most indoor and controlled industrial environments. The ceramic dielectric material provides stable performance characteristics, making these components suitable for applications where consistent capacitance behavior is important across varying temperature conditions. Engineers select the 1206 package when component placement constraints require a smaller footprint than larger packages, yet the application demands capacitance values or current handling that smaller packages cannot reliably deliver. The 1206 format also provides advantages for PCB routing and thermal management compared to larger alternatives. Additionally, this size is compatible with standard automated assembly equipment used in modern manufacturing facilities, reducing production costs and improving throughput. The specific designation "470K" in the part number indicates the capacitance value and tolerance class according to standard electronic component naming conventions. This particular value makes the component suitable for mid-range filtering, energy storage, and coupling applications where neither very small nor exceptionally large capacitance values are needed. AVX's reputation in the capacitor industry means this part undergoes rigorous quality control and is manufactured to consistent standards. The 1206AA470KAT1A would be specified by design engineers when their circuit requirements call for a proven ceramic capacitor in a standard package format, with the confidence that the component will perform reliably in production volumes and across the expected product lifecycle. This part is commonly found in replacement and maintenance scenarios where exact compatibility with existing designs is necessary.