1206YC223MAT2A

The 1206YC223MAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the industry's established producers of passive electronic components. This capacitor is housed in a 1206 surface-mount package, a standard rectangular form factor widely used in modern PCB designs where compact footprints and automated assembly are required. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental building blocks in electronic circuits, serving functions including energy storage, signal filtering, noise suppression, and coupling/decoupling applications. The 1206 package size represents a common mid-range option—larger than smaller 0603 or 0402 packages but more compact than 1210 or larger formats—making it suitable for applications where space constraints exist but adequate capacitance values are needed. The "YC" designation in AVX's naming convention typically indicates a ceramic dielectric material with specific electrical and thermal characteristics optimized for general-purpose industrial applications. Capacitors in this family are commonly specified in consumer electronics, industrial control equipment, power supply circuits, audio systems, and telecommunications infrastructure. Engineers select these components for applications requiring reliable performance across standard operating temperature ranges and moderate voltage environments. The 1206 form factor is particularly popular in manufacturing because it balances several practical considerations. The package is large enough to handle reasonable capacitance values and power dissipation without requiring exotic dielectric materials or construction techniques, yet small enough to enable high-density PCB layouts. This makes it cost-effective for volume production while remaining compatible with standard pick-and-place assembly equipment. Compared to alternative solutions, an engineer might specify this exact part when the design calls for reliable ceramic capacitor performance in a proven package size with established supplier availability. AVX's reputation for manufacturing consistency makes their MLCC products a recognized choice in applications where component reliability directly impacts system performance. The 1206 package itself offers advantages over smaller alternatives when higher capacitance values are required without resorting to electrolytic or film capacitor technologies, and advantages over larger packages when space efficiency matters. This capacitor would typically appear in applications ranging from industrial power electronics and embedded control systems to consumer-grade equipment requiring stable, long-term performance. Its standardized package and established presence in the market make it straightforward for design engineers to source, specify, and integrate into production workflows. The combination of proven manufacturing quality, standard form factor compatibility, and broad applicability across industrial and commercial electronics makes this part a practical specification for numerous circuit design scenarios.