2220AC104KAT1A

The AVX 2220AC104KAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) designed for general-purpose filtering, decoupling, and energy storage applications in electronic equipment. This component belongs to AVX's established line of surface-mount capacitors, which are fundamental building blocks in modern circuit design across industrial, automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics sectors. The 2220 designation refers to the physical package size, indicating a compact form factor that allows engineers to maximize circuit board density while maintaining robust electrical performance. The surface-mount construction makes this capacitor ideal for automated assembly processes, reducing manufacturing costs and improving production consistency in high-volume applications. The ceramic dielectric technology provides stable capacitance across a wide range of operating conditions, making it suitable for circuits where reliable performance over extended temperature ranges is essential. Multilayer ceramic capacitors of this type are commonly used in power supply circuits, where they provide local decoupling near integrated circuit power pins to suppress voltage transients and reduce electromagnetic interference. They also serve in timing circuits, signal coupling applications, and as bulk energy storage elements in switch-mode power supplies. Engineers frequently specify ceramic capacitors in these roles because of their low equivalent series resistance (ESR) and excellent high-frequency response characteristics, which make them particularly effective at filtering noise in the kilohertz to megahertz frequency range. The specific part number designation, including the suffix codes, indicates particular electrical ratings and environmental specifications established by AVX. Engineers selecting this exact part number over alternatives typically do so because its combination of capacitance value, voltage rating, package size, and performance class matches the precise requirements of their circuit design. The part is manufactured to strict quality standards suitable for industrial applications where long-term reliability is critical. Ceramic capacitors are preferred in many applications over electrolytic or film alternatives because they offer a superior volumetric efficiency, faster response to load transients, and excellent longevity without the degradation mechanisms present in other dielectric technologies. The compact package enables designers to create more sophisticated filtering networks within space constraints common in modern equipment. This component represents a proven technology that has been standardized across the electronics industry for decades, ensuring design portability and straightforward sourcing for replacement and repair across equipment generations.