12102A102J4T2A

The AVX 12102A102J4T2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for use in demanding industrial and commercial electronic applications. As a component from AVX's established capacitor line, this part represents a reliable choice for circuit designers who require stable capacitance performance across a wide range of operating conditions. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components used in virtually every area of modern electronics. They function to store electrical energy, filter noise, stabilize voltage supplies, and couple or decouple AC signals in circuit designs. The 12102A102J4T2A is packaged in a surface-mount ceramic package format, making it suitable for automated assembly on printed circuit boards. This package style allows for high-density component placement, which is essential in modern compact industrial equipment. AVX manufactures this capacitor using multilayer ceramic dielectric technology, which provides excellent volumetric efficiency and stable electrical characteristics. Components in this series are commonly specified in applications requiring filtering on power supply rails, signal conditioning circuits, and timing networks. The J4T2A designation within the part number indicates specific electrical characteristics related to the dielectric material, capacitance value, voltage rating, and tolerance class—information that allows engineers to quickly identify whether this part meets their circuit requirements. Engineers typically select this exact part number when their design requires a capacitor with the specific combination of performance parameters that the 12102A102J4T2A offers. Rather than searching through numerous alternatives with varying voltage ratings, capacitance values, or temperature stability characteristics, specifying this exact part ensures consistency, simplifies procurement, and reduces the risk of performance variation between production batches. AVX's reputation for quality and consistency in MLCC manufacturing makes their parts a trusted choice for applications where reliability is critical. The surface-mount package format provides additional advantages for industrial equipment manufacturers, including reduced board space requirements, improved thermal characteristics through better PCB contact, and compatibility with modern high-speed assembly equipment. These capacitors are widely used in industrial control systems, telecommunications infrastructure, automotive electronics, renewable energy equipment, and countless other applications where stable, long-term performance is essential. For engineers evaluating this component, understanding its exact electrical parameters and how they fit within your specific circuit requirements is important. The part number itself contains the technical specification information needed to verify compatibility with your design, making it a precise, easily identifiable selection for bill-of-materials documentation and long-term supply chain management.