2220GC223KAT1A

The 2220GC223KAT1A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, one of the established producers of passive components for electronics. This component belongs to the 2220 package family, which refers to its physical dimensions: 2.2mm by 2.0mm, making it a compact surface-mount device suitable for modern PCB assembly processes. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components used across virtually all electronic applications. They function to store and release electrical energy, filter signals, stabilize voltage supplies, decouple noise, and perform timing functions within circuits. The MLCC technology offers excellent reliability, compact form factors, and cost-effectiveness compared to alternative capacitor types, making these components ubiquitous in consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive systems, industrial controls, and aerospace applications. The "GC" designation in this part number indicates this capacitor belongs to AVX's general-purpose ceramic capacitor line. Capacitors in this category typically target mainstream industrial and commercial applications where standard dielectric materials and moderate performance parameters meet design requirements. They represent a balanced solution for engineers seeking dependable performance without premium pricing associated with specialized high-reliability or high-temperature variants. The 2220 package size represents a midrange footprint within surface-mount capacitor offerings. Larger than 0402 or 0603 packages but smaller than 1812 or 2225 variants, the 2220 package provides designers with flexibility. Engineers select this package when they need higher capacitance values or voltage ratings than smaller packages can deliver, yet still require compact board-level integration. The package is compatible with standard pick-and-place equipment and reflow soldering processes used in manufacturing environments worldwide. Engineers might specify the 2220GC223KAT1A when designing circuits requiring general-purpose capacitive functions in space-constrained applications. This part would be appropriate for decoupling, filtering, or signal coupling roles in consumer and industrial equipment. The specific part number ending (KAT1A) denotes particular manufacturing date codes and traceability, which can be important for quality assurance and supply chain documentation in regulated industries. When selecting among capacitor alternatives, engineers evaluate package size constraints, required voltage and capacitance values, frequency response characteristics, environmental operating conditions, and cost targets. The 2220GC series from AVX provides a straightforward, proven solution for standard applications where general-purpose MLCCs meet electrical and mechanical requirements efficiently.