1808CC102MAT1A

The AVX 1808CC102MAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor designed for general-purpose electronic applications requiring reliable energy storage and filtering in compact form factors. This component belongs to the 1808 case size family, representing a surface-mount package that measures 4.5mm × 3.2mm with a height profile suitable for dense PCB layouts common in modern industrial electronics. Multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) like this part serve as fundamental building blocks in countless electronic circuits. Their primary functions include power supply filtering, signal coupling and decoupling, noise suppression, and energy buffering across analog and digital signal paths. The 1808 package offers an optimal balance between capacitance density and ease of handling during automated assembly processes, making it a standard choice for both high-volume production and specialized industrial equipment. The "CC" designation within this part number indicates this is a general-purpose, commodity-grade ceramic capacitor formulation. These components are constructed from multiple thin layers of ceramic dielectric material interleaved with metal electrodes, all fired into a monolithic structure. This construction method provides stable performance across typical industrial temperature ranges and voltage conditions, though the specific electrical characteristics remain application-dependent based on the particular dielectric material used. AVX manufactures this component to serve the broad industrial electronics market, where reliability, cost-effectiveness, and consistent supply are critical requirements. Engineers frequently specify AVX multilayer ceramic capacitors in power distribution networks, filtering stages of regulated supplies, RF coupling networks, and timing circuits where the compact 1808 footprint fits within space-constrained designs. The "MAT1A" suffix indicates this part conforms to specific manufacturing and reliability standards relevant to industrial applications. Designers often select this exact part number when they require a well-characterized component with established performance history, proven manufacturing consistency across multiple production batches, and compatibility with existing bill-of-materials standards within their organization or industry segment. Typical application environments for the 1808CC102MAT1A include industrial automation equipment, telecommunications infrastructure, power conversion modules, measurement and test instrumentation, and embedded control systems. The standardized 1808 package also simplifies inventory management and procurement processes for engineering teams supporting multiple product lines simultaneously. When evaluating alternatives, engineers consider the trade-offs between different dielectric formulations, voltage ratings, and manufacturer sources. The 1808 size itself provides a practical middle ground for applications where 0805 packages might offer insufficient capacitance density, while larger 2220 or 2225 packages would consume excessive board space. AVX's established presence in industrial distribution channels makes this part number a practical specification choice for designs requiring long-term availability and supply chain stability.