1206CC181KAT1A

The AVX 1206CC181KAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose applications across industrial, consumer, and automotive electronics. Packaged in the widely-used 1206 SMD form factor, this component represents a standard choice for engineers seeking reliable capacitive storage in compact board layouts. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are essential passive components found in nearly every modern electronic circuit. They provide energy storage, filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling functions across power supplies, audio circuits, RF applications, and digital logic boards. The 1206 package size—measuring approximately 3.2mm × 1.6mm—strikes a practical balance between component density and ease of handling during assembly and rework. The "CC" designation in this part number indicates a ceramic dielectric type optimized for general-purpose applications. AVX's ceramic capacitor lines are engineered to deliver stable performance across a broad range of temperatures and operating conditions, making them suitable for both consumer-grade and industrial-grade equipment. These capacitors typically feature low equivalent series resistance (ESR), good frequency response, and cost-effective manufacturing, which explains their prevalence in high-volume production environments. Engineers typically specify the 1206CC181KAT1A when designing circuits that require a capacitor with specific capacitance and voltage ratings suited to their schematic. The "181" portion of the part number encodes the capacitive value in a standard three-digit format common to AVX's naming convention. Selection of this exact part versus alternatives usually depends on matching required capacitance, working voltage, temperature stability, physical space constraints, and cost targets. The 1206 form factor offers versatility—it's large enough to achieve moderate capacitance values without excessive board space, yet small enough for modern high-density PCB designs. Typical applications include decoupling capacitors near integrated circuit power pins, filtering in analog and digital signal paths, energy buffering in power conversion circuits, and coupling between circuit stages. In industrial settings, these capacitors support control electronics, sensor interfaces, and motor drive circuits. In automotive applications, they provide essential filtering and stabilization in engine control modules and entertainment systems. AVX-manufactured MLCCs are recognized for consistent quality and reliability in demanding environments. The 1206CC181KAT1A carries the manufacturing confidence of a major component supplier with long-standing presence in the electronics industry.