1210CA102KAT1A

The 1210CA102KAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the industry's established producers of passive electronic components. This part belongs to the 1210 package family, which refers to the physical size of the component—measuring approximately 12.7mm by 10.2mm—making it suitable for applications where moderate capacitance values are needed without requiring excessively large board footprints. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, used to store and release electrical energy in circuits. They serve critical roles in filtering, decoupling, energy storage, and signal coupling applications across countless devices and systems. The 1210 package size represents a middle ground in the capacitor world, larger than smaller 0603 or 0805 packages but more compact than 1812 or larger formats, making it ideal for designs that balance performance requirements with space constraints. AVX's 1210 series capacitors are widely used in industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, power supplies, automotive electronics, and consumer electronics. Engineers typically select components from this family when they need reliable capacitance values in a standardized package with proven manufacturability and consistent performance across production runs. The ceramic dielectric material provides stable performance across temperature ranges and frequency ranges relevant to most industrial applications. The 1210CA102KAT1A designation indicates specific electrical and mechanical characteristics within AVX's 1210 product line. Engineers might specify this exact part number when their circuit design calls for the particular capacitance value and electrical characteristics this component provides, when they require AVX's specific quality certifications or reliability ratings, or when they're designing for compatibility with existing supply chains and manufacturing processes already qualified for this manufacturer's components. Ceramic capacitors in the 1210 package are cost-effective compared to alternatives like film or electrolytic capacitors for many applications, and they offer excellent reliability and long operational life. They're non-polarized, meaning they can be installed in either direction, which simplifies PCB design. Their compact size, coupled with their ability to function effectively across wide frequency ranges, makes them particularly valuable in modern circuit designs where board space is at a premium and high reliability is essential. This component integrates seamlessly into both legacy and contemporary electronic designs, making it a practical choice for engineers working on equipment upgrades, new product development, or manufacturing volume production.