12101A472GAT2A

The 12101A472GAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the industry's established capacitor producers. This component is part of the general-purpose film and ceramic capacitor family commonly used in a wide range of electronic applications requiring reliable energy storage, filtering, or signal coupling functionality. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this unit are among the most widely deployed passive components in modern electronics. They function by storing electrical energy in an electric field between conductive plates separated by ceramic dielectric material. The multilayer construction allows manufacturers to achieve significant capacitance values in compact form factors, making them ideal for space-constrained applications where component density matters. This particular part is designed for general industrial and commercial-grade applications. Engineers typically specify AVX MLCCs in power supply circuits, signal conditioning stages, timing circuits, and decoupling applications on printed circuit boards. These capacitors excel in filtering high-frequency noise, stabilizing voltage supplies, and supporting signal integrity in both analog and digital systems. They're also commonly found in automotive electronics, telecommunications infrastructure, industrial control systems, and consumer device applications where reliability and consistent performance are expected. The ceramic dielectric material used in AVX's MLCC construction provides several practical advantages. These capacitors typically exhibit stable capacitance across moderate temperature ranges, relatively low equivalent series resistance (ESR), and good frequency response characteristics compared to some alternative technologies. The multilayer design creates multiple capacitive elements stacked within a single component body, delivering higher capacitance density than single-layer approaches. AVX's manufacturing processes are designed to meet stringent quality and reliability standards required by industrial and military specifications. Engineers often specify parts from established manufacturers like AVX because consistent performance and traceability matter in mission-critical applications. When component failure could disrupt production lines, compromise equipment safety, or require costly field service calls, the reputation and quality assurance behind a part number becomes a significant consideration. The compact package of this MLCC allows for dense PCB layouts without sacrificing electrical performance. This makes it especially valuable in applications where circuit boards are engineered to tight dimensional constraints or where thermal management requires efficient use of available space. Whether used as a primary filtering component, decoupling element, or timing circuit participant, this AVX capacitor represents a straightforward, proven solution for applications demanding reliable capacitance in a small footprint.