1206GA101JAT2A

The 1206GA101JAT2A is a thin film chip resistor manufactured by AVX, designed for precision applications requiring stable resistance values and tight tolerances. This component belongs to the GA series, which represents AVX's established line of surface-mount resistors optimized for industrial and professional electronics. In the 1206 package format, this resistor measures 3.2 by 1.6 millimeters, making it a standard size widely used in compact electronic assemblies where board space efficiency matters. The thin film construction technology ensures superior performance compared to thick film alternatives, particularly regarding temperature stability, noise characteristics, and long-term reliability. This manufacturing approach involves depositing a precise resistive layer onto a ceramic substrate, then trimming it to achieve exact resistance values. The "GA" designation in AVX's product line indicates this resistor is intended for general-purpose applications across telecommunications, consumer electronics, industrial control systems, and instrumentation. Thin film resistors like this series are frequently specified in signal conditioning circuits, measurement equipment, audio processing stages, and precision analog applications where component stability directly affects circuit performance. Engineers select this family for applications that demand better temperature coefficients and lower noise floors than what mass-market thick film components provide. Key reasons an engineer might specify the 1206GA101JAT2A specifically include its proven reliability in established designs, AVX's consistent manufacturing quality, and the balance it offers between performance specifications and cost-effectiveness. The 1206 package size accommodates both manual and automated assembly processes, reducing manufacturing complications. The thin film technology means this resistor maintains consistent resistance values across temperature variations better than competing technologies, which is critical in applications where circuit calibration or signal accuracy cannot drift over the operating temperature range. This part number format suggests a 100-ohm nominal value based on standard electronics industry coding conventions, though verification against the manufacturer's specifications is recommended for critical applications. The resistor integrates readily into modern PCB designs and works alongside contemporary passive and active components without special accommodation requirements. For applications requiring moderate-to-high precision resistance values with enhanced temperature stability and low noise characteristics, this AVX component represents a practical choice balancing performance demands with manufacturing feasibility and supply chain accessibility.