12105A182GAT2A

The AVX 12105A182GAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) from AVX's established component portfolio. This surface-mount device falls within the 1210 package family, a popular mid-size format offering a good balance between capacitance density and handling ease in manufacturing environments. The part number designation indicates it is designed for general-purpose applications requiring reliable capacitive energy storage or filtering. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this component are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, serving critical roles in power supply circuits, signal coupling, decoupling, and noise suppression across countless applications. In industrial and commercial equipment, MLCCs are essential for stabilizing voltage rails, protecting sensitive analog circuits from high-frequency noise, and smoothing transient current demands on power distribution networks. The 1210 package size makes this part particularly suitable for applications where board space is moderately constrained but performance and reliability remain paramount. AVX is recognized for manufacturing capacitors across a wide range of electrical specifications and operating conditions. Components in this series are typically designed for standard industrial operating temperatures and voltage ratings, making them suitable for equipment that operates in demanding environments. The 1210 package offers practical advantages: it is large enough to deliver meaningful capacitance values without being oversized, it maintains good mechanical robustness during assembly and thermal cycling, and it remains cost-effective for medium to high-volume production runs. Engineers often specify AVX MLCCs when they need a proven, readily available component from an established manufacturer with consistent quality and reliable supply chains. The 1210 format specifically is chosen when designers need more capacitance than smaller packages like 0805 can provide, but wish to avoid the footprint impact of larger formats. This component would be considered for filtering applications on digital logic boards, analog signal conditioning circuits, and power management subsystems where stable DC voltage and AC impedance control are important. The part's designation suggests it meets standard industrial classification for commercial and military-grade reliability expectations. Its compatibility with standard surface-mount assembly processes, widespread familiarity among design engineers, and availability from established distributors make it a practical choice for both prototype development and high-volume manufacturing. For specific electrical characteristics including exact capacitance value, voltage rating, tolerance, and temperature coefficient, engineers should consult the complete technical documentation and ratings for this specific part number.