12102C562KAT2A

The 12102C562KAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the leading producers of passive electronic components for industrial and consumer applications. This component belongs to the 1210 package family, a widely-used surface-mount form factor that balances compact board footprint with sufficient capacitance and voltage handling capability for many circuit designs. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, used primarily for energy storage, filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling applications. The 1210 package dimensions make it suitable for applications where space is constrained but performance requirements remain moderate to demanding. Engineers commonly specify components in this family across power management circuits, audio equipment, telecommunications infrastructure, industrial control systems, and consumer electronics. The designation C562 embedded in the part number indicates the capacitance value within AVX's naming convention. This mid-range capacitance value makes the component suitable for general-purpose filtering and noise suppression on power supply rails, as well as AC coupling and timing applications in analog and digital circuits. The K suffix typically indicates a tolerance band and voltage class specification within AVX's product range, important for applications where precise capacitive values are necessary for circuit stability. AVX's 1210 MLCC series is recognized for reliable performance across commercial and industrial temperature ranges. These capacitors feature the dielectric properties and construction quality expected from a major manufacturer, making them suitable for applications requiring consistent electrical behavior over product lifetime and across environmental conditions typical of industrial deployment. Engineers might select this specific part number over alternatives when the combination of package size, capacitance value, voltage rating, and tolerance class precisely matches circuit requirements. The AVX brand reputation, combined with consistent availability through established distribution channels, makes this part a practical choice for production designs where supply chain reliability is important. The 1210 form factor also facilitates automated assembly processes, reducing manufacturing complexity and cost for volume production runs. The component would typically be mounted directly to printed circuit boards using standard surface-mount technology equipment, requiring no special handling beyond industry-standard ESD precautions. Its performance characteristics make it well-suited for applications ranging from consumer-grade equipment to more demanding industrial environments.