1210PC104KAT1A

The 1210PC104KAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the leading producers of passive electronic components. This capacitor is housed in a 1210 package size, which is a surface-mount form factor measuring approximately 3.2mm by 2.5mm. The compact footprint makes it suitable for high-density circuit board layouts where space is at a premium. Capacitors in the 1210 package size represent a common choice in modern electronics design, balancing physical size with sufficient capacitance and voltage handling capability. The 104 designation in the part number indicates the nominal capacitance value of 100 nanofarads (0.1 microfarads). This capacitance value is widely used in decoupling, filtering, and coupling applications across industrial and consumer electronics. AVX's ceramic capacitor technology is recognized for reliability and performance consistency in demanding environments. MLCC components from established manufacturers like AVX are engineered to meet stringent requirements for temperature stability, frequency response, and long-term aging characteristics. These capacitors are constructed from multiple thin layers of ceramic dielectric material with alternating metal electrodes, which provides excellent volumetric efficiency and stable electrical properties across operating conditions. The 1210 package with this capacitance value is commonly specified in power supply circuits, audio frequency filtering, signal conditioning applications, and general-purpose decoupling near integrated circuits. Engineers often select this size and value combination for intermediate-voltage applications where larger packages would be unnecessarily costly or space-consuming, and smaller packages might not provide adequate capacitance or voltage rating for the application requirements. Industrial applications including motor controls, instrumentation, telecommunications equipment, and embedded computing systems frequently incorporate capacitors of this type. The multilayer ceramic construction offers advantages including low equivalent series resistance (ESR), stable capacitance across frequency ranges, and proven long-term reliability in manufacturing environments where temperature and humidity variations are common. When selecting the 1210PC104KAT1A specifically, engineers benefit from AVX's manufacturing quality and consistency, ensuring that replacement components maintain the same electrical performance as the original design specification. This part represents a standard industrial-grade passive component suitable for production runs where reliability and cost-effectiveness are both important considerations. The combination of proven design, established manufacturer reputation, and wide industry acceptance makes this part a dependable choice for circuit designers and manufacturing engineers.