1808CC331MAT1A

The 1808CC331MAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, a leading supplier of passive components for industrial and electronics applications. This component belongs to the 1808 case size family, which refers to its compact surface-mount package dimensions. The "CC" designation indicates this is a ceramic capacitor using AVX's established multilayer construction technology, while the alphanumeric suffix provides information about the specific electrical and performance characteristics of this particular variant. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, used extensively in filtering, decoupling, coupling, and energy storage applications across countless industrial and commercial devices. The 1808 package size represents a popular middle ground in the MLCC spectrum—larger than smaller 0603 or 0805 packages, yet more compact than bulkier through-hole or larger surface-mount alternatives. This makes it well-suited for space-constrained circuit designs that still require reasonable capacitance values and performance characteristics. Engineers typically specify MLCCs from AVX's 1808 range in power supply circuits, where they provide essential high-frequency filtering and voltage stabilization around processors and power conversion stages. These capacitors are equally common in RF and analog signal conditioning circuits, telecommunications equipment, automotive electronics, industrial control systems, and various consumer electronic devices. The reliability and consistency of AVX's ceramic capacitor manufacturing make them a preferred choice in applications where component performance directly affects system reliability. The specific part number variant 1808CC331MAT1A indicates a particular combination of dielectric material, capacitance value, and voltage rating optimized for specific application requirements. Engineers selecting this exact part over alternative 1808-case capacitors would do so based on matching these specific electrical parameters to their circuit's needs, whether prioritizing stable capacitance across temperature ranges, low equivalent series resistance (ESR) for power delivery applications, or other performance factors relevant to their design. Surface-mount MLCCs in the 1808 case size offer advantages including automated assembly compatibility, excellent soldering characteristics, and established supply chains through major electronic component distributors. The standardized package dimensions and proven performance record make this component type a reliable choice for both prototype development and high-volume production environments. Whether designing new equipment or supporting legacy systems requiring component replacement, the 1808 MLCC size category remains one of the most widely used capacitor formats in industrial electronics.