1210CA471KAT1A

The 1210CA471KAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, a leading producer of passive electronic components. This capacitor features a 1210 surface-mount package, a widely used standardized form factor that measures approximately 3.2mm by 2.5mm, making it suitable for high-density PCB layouts while remaining large enough for reliable automated assembly and manual rework operations. Multilayer ceramic capacitors serve as fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, providing energy storage, filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling functions across countless applications. The ceramic dielectric construction offers several advantages including compact size, high volumetric efficiency, and cost-effectiveness compared to alternative capacitor technologies. These capacitors are particularly valued in applications requiring stable performance across operating temperatures and frequencies. The 1210 package size represents a mid-range option in surface-mount capacitor packaging. It provides greater capacitance density than smaller packages like 0805 or 0603, while maintaining better high-frequency performance and lower parasitic inductance than larger packages. This balance makes 1210 capacitors popular in applications ranging from consumer electronics to industrial equipment where both performance and board space efficiency matter. AVX's 1210 series capacitors are commonly specified in bypass and decoupling applications on power distribution networks, where they suppress voltage ripple and transient noise near integrated circuits and power converters. Engineers also select them for AC coupling, where the capacitor passes alternating current while blocking direct current. Additional applications include filtering in audio circuits, timing networks, sensor interfaces, and RF/microwave subsystems where stable capacitance values are essential. The ceramic material used in AVX's construction ensures reliable performance under thermal cycling and mechanical stress typical of industrial environments. The 1210 package offers robust mechanical durability compared to smaller alternatives, reducing risk of damage during assembly and field service. Engineers might specify the 1210CA471KAT1A specifically when design requirements call for the capacitive value indicated in the part number combined with the proven reliability of AVX manufacturing and the practical size/performance advantages of the 1210 package. This part would be selected over alternatives when the application requires the particular electrical characteristics, temperature stability, frequency response, and physical dimensions this specific model provides. The standardized nature of the package also simplifies procurement and ensures compatibility with established manufacturing processes and design standards used across multiple product lines.