22251C474KAT4A

The 22251C474KAT4A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX, a well-established producer of passive electronic components. This part represents a through-hole or surface-mount capacitor designed to meet the demanding requirements of industrial and commercial electronics applications. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this one are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, serving critical functions in power supply circuits, signal coupling and decoupling, filtering, and noise suppression. The specific construction of AVX's capacitor line provides stable performance across a range of operating conditions, making these components suitable for applications where reliability is non-negotiable. The part number coding indicates this capacitor belongs to AVX's established product family, which encompasses a range of capacitance values and voltage ratings engineered to address diverse circuit requirements. Engineers typically select from this family when designing filtering networks, input/output decoupling stages, or energy storage elements in power conversion systems. The multilayer ceramic construction delivers high volumetric efficiency, allowing circuit designers to meet capacitance requirements in compact form factors. AVX capacitors of this type are commonly found in industrial control equipment, power distribution systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and consumer electronics that demand long-term stability and consistent performance. The ceramic dielectric material provides excellent temperature stability and low equivalent series resistance (ESR) characteristics compared to some alternative technologies, which is particularly valuable in high-frequency switching applications. Engineers often specify this exact part when they need a proven component with established manufacturing history and predictable long-term availability. AVX's manufacturing processes and quality controls make these capacitors suitable for applications requiring traceability and compliance with industrial standards. The through-hole or surface-mount configuration options available within this product family allow integration into both legacy and modern PCB designs. When selecting a capacitor for a particular application, engineers must consider voltage rating, capacitance value, temperature coefficient, frequency response, and physical dimensions. This part number represents a specific combination of these parameters optimized for a particular market segment or application class. Compared to alternative capacitor technologies such as film, electrolytic, or tantalum types, multilayer ceramic capacitors offer advantages in terms of size, cost, and high-frequency performance, particularly in applications where compact design and reliability are prioritized. For detailed electrical specifications, physical dimensions, performance curves, and application guidelines specific to this part number, consulting the manufacturer's technical documentation is recommended to ensure proper selection and reliable circuit performance.