1808GA101KAT3A

The 1808GA101KAT3A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, representing a standard component found in countless industrial and consumer electronic applications. This part belongs to the 1808 package family, which uses metric dimensions of 1.8mm × 0.8mm, making it a compact surface-mount component suitable for modern printed circuit board designs where space constraints are a priority. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this unit are fundamental passive components used for energy storage, filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling across power supplies, audio circuits, RF applications, and general-purpose filtering networks. The 1808 package size strikes a practical balance between miniaturization and ease of handling during assembly, making it popular in both high-volume manufacturing and specialized industrial equipment. AVX's ceramic capacitors are known for reliable performance in demanding environments. The 1808 form factor accommodates a range of capacitance values and voltage ratings, allowing engineers to select the exact specification needed for their circuit design. These capacitors are typically constructed using multilayer ceramic dielectric technology, which provides stable performance across operating temperature ranges commonly encountered in industrial applications. Engineers specify this particular part number when they need a proven, widely-stocked component that meets their circuit requirements while maintaining design continuity and supply chain reliability. The 1808 package is well-established in the industry, meaning PCB layout libraries, reference designs, and assembly processes are well-documented and standardized across contract manufacturers. This reduces design risk and manufacturing complexity compared to using less common component variants. The compact 1808 package allows designers to achieve higher component density on their boards without sacrificing performance or thermal characteristics. This is particularly valuable in applications where board real estate is limited, such as portable industrial instruments, sensor modules, embedded controllers, and compact power management systems. AVX maintains consistent quality standards and manufacturing processes across their ceramic capacitor lines, making this part suitable for applications requiring long-term reliability and minimal field failure rates. The component's small size also means lower material costs and reduced weight, factors that become significant in applications requiring dozens or hundreds of these capacitors per assembly. Whether you're designing a new industrial control system, upgrading an existing product line, or maintaining a legacy system, the 1808GA101KAT3A offers the dependability and widespread compatibility that engineers expect from established component families. Its availability through multiple distribution channels and compatibility with standard assembly equipment make it a practical choice for production environments ranging from prototype facilities to high-volume manufacturing operations.