1812CC471MAT1A

The 1812CC471MAT1A is a ceramic capacitor manufactured by AVX, a leading producer of passive electronic components for industrial and commercial applications. This component belongs to the 1812 package family, which is a surface-mount device format widely used in modern electronics manufacturing. The "1812" designation refers to the physical dimensions of the component, making it suitable for automated assembly processes and compact circuit board layouts common in industrial control systems, power supplies, and telecommunications equipment. As a ceramic capacitor, this component is designed to store and release electrical charge, making it essential in filtering, coupling, decoupling, and energy storage applications. Ceramic capacitors are particularly valued in industrial electronics for their reliability, cost-effectiveness, and stability across a range of operating conditions. The 1812 package size represents a mid-range format that balances capacitance density with ease of handling and placement on printed circuit boards. The part number designation suggests this capacitor is part of AVX's established ceramic capacitor line, which is recognized throughout the electronics industry for consistent performance and longevity. Engineers typically specify ceramic capacitors from established manufacturers like AVX when designing circuits that require stable, predictable electrical characteristics over the component's operational lifetime. Industrial buyers often prefer components from established manufacturers because they offer documented reliability, consistent quality control, and long-term availability—factors critical in equipment designed for years of continuous operation. Common applications for components of this type include power supply bypass networks, where they help stabilize voltage rails by shunting high-frequency noise to ground; signal coupling stages in analog circuits; and timing circuits in control systems. The 1812 form factor makes this particular part suitable for space-constrained designs where engineers need higher capacitance values than smaller packages provide, but still require a compact footprint. Engineers might choose the 1812CC471MAT1A specifically when their design calls for the balance of performance characteristics offered by this particular component—the combination of its package size, expected capacitance value, and AVX's manufacturing standards. In industrial applications where circuit board real estate is limited and reliability is paramount, specifying established part numbers from reputable manufacturers ensures compatibility with existing supply chains and reduces design risk. For exact electrical specifications including voltage rating, capacitance tolerance, temperature coefficient, and other performance characteristics, consult the manufacturer's technical documentation or contact our technical support team.