1206YC475MAT2A

The 1206YC475MAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the established suppliers in passive electronic components. This part belongs to the 1206 package family, which refers to the surface-mount form factor measuring 3.2mm by 1.6mm. MLCCs of this size are among the most widely used capacitor types in modern electronics due to their compact footprint, cost-effectiveness, and reliable performance across diverse applications. This particular component is designed for general-purpose energy storage, filtering, and signal coupling applications found throughout consumer electronics, industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, and automotive electronics. The 1206 package size strikes a practical balance between component density and ease of assembly, making it suitable for both automated high-volume production and repair or prototyping work. AVX's 1206 ceramic capacitors are typically rated for standard industrial temperature ranges and carry voltage ratings appropriate for most 5V to 50V circuit designs. These capacitors work well in decoupling and bypass applications, where they suppress voltage ripple and high-frequency noise near power pins of integrated circuits. They are also commonly used in timing circuits, coupling stages between amplifier or filter sections, and general filtering in power supplies. The specific part number designation suggests this is a capacitor with particular electrical characteristics selected for general industrial use. Engineers typically specify exact part numbers like this one when they need consistency across production batches, when board layout already incorporates the 1206 footprint, or when AVX's manufacturing quality and reliability record is preferred for their application. The 1206 package is broadly interchangeable among suppliers for many applications, but selecting the exact manufacturer and part number ensures you receive a component with consistent dielectric material, voltage rating, and temperature coefficient. Because ceramic capacitors in the 1206 package are produced in very high volumes, they represent a cost-effective solution compared to alternative technologies like film or tantalum capacitors for most general-purpose filtering and coupling needs. The small size also enables compact board designs without sacrificing capacitive performance for typical industrial frequencies and signal bandwidths. For engineers designing or troubleshooting systems that include this component, verifying its proper installation polarity (capacitors are non-polarized), confirming the circuit voltage remains within the capacitor's rating, and ensuring adequate thermal management around high-current power applications are standard design considerations.