2220AC223KAT1A

The 2220AC223KAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, designed for general-purpose energy storage and filtering applications in electronic circuits. This component belongs to the AC series family, which represents AVX's standard commercial-grade capacitors intended for mainstream industrial and consumer electronics applications. The part number's structure indicates specific characteristics: the "2220" prefix denotes the physical package size, corresponding to 0.22 inches by 0.20 inches (5.6 mm × 5.0 mm), making it a compact surface-mount component suitable for modern printed circuit board designs where space efficiency is important. The "AC" designation identifies it as part of AVX's general-purpose ceramic capacitor line, while the "223" indicates the nominal capacitance value in the standard three-digit format. The "KAT1A" suffix provides additional specification information regarding tolerance, voltage rating, and manufacturing variant. MLCCs of this type are fundamental building blocks in electronics manufacturing, commonly used for bypass and decoupling functions, power supply filtering, signal coupling and decoupling, RF applications, and general energy storage in low-to-medium voltage circuits. Engineers frequently specify this component in consumer electronics, industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, automotive electronics, and computer peripherals where reliable, cost-effective capacitive filtering is required. The 2220 package size offers a practical balance between component density and ease of manufacturing. It can be reliably assembled using standard surface-mount technology equipment, reducing production costs compared to larger packages while providing better performance than smaller alternatives in many filtering applications. AVX's AC series capacitors are known for consistent quality and availability across supply chains, making them a dependable choice for both prototype development and high-volume production runs. This particular part would be specified when a designer needs a standardized, proven capacitor solution without requiring specialized high-frequency, high-temperature, or extremely tight tolerance characteristics that would justify alternative product lines. The commercial-grade classification means this component operates within standard industrial temperature ranges and is suitable for typical stationary or portable electronic equipment operating in controlled environments. For applications requiring extended temperature performance, military-grade specifications, or unusual electrical characteristics, alternative AVX series or competing manufacturers' specialized products would be more appropriate. This part represents a workhorse component in countless electronic systems, valued for its reliability, standardization, and cost-effectiveness in mainstream applications.