CL05B223KO5NNNC

The CL05B223KO5NNNC is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Samsung, designed for use in a wide range of electronic applications requiring reliable energy storage and filtering. This component belongs to Samsung's general-purpose MLCC product line, which serves as a workhorse in modern electronics manufacturing. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this unit are fundamental passive components used extensively in industrial control systems, consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, automotive applications, and power management circuits. Engineers specify MLCCs when they need compact, cost-effective capacitors that can handle high-frequency filtering, decoupling, and coupling applications with consistent performance across production runs. The CL05 designation indicates this capacitor uses a 0402 metric package size (0.4mm × 0.2mm), one of the most common surface-mount formats in electronics manufacturing. This small footprint is particularly valuable in space-constrained applications where PCB real estate is at a premium, such as in mobile devices, wearable electronics, and compact industrial controllers. Despite their diminutive size, 0402 MLCCs deliver adequate capacitance values for many practical circuit designs. The "B" in the part number indicates this capacitor is in the general-purpose category from Samsung's lineup, suitable for non-critical applications that don't require specialized performance characteristics. Samsung's MLCC series offers broad temperature stability and reliable electrical performance across standard industrial temperature ranges, making them suitable for both consumer and industrial-grade applications. What makes engineers choose this specific part over alternatives typically comes down to several factors: Samsung's reputation for manufacturing consistency and reliability, widespread availability through distribution channels, proven performance in high-volume production environments, and cost-effectiveness. When designing boards that will be manufactured in volume, specifying a widely-stocked, proven component from an established manufacturer reduces supply chain risk and helps maintain consistent product quality. The CL05B223KO5NNNC is particularly well-suited for engineers working on cost-sensitive projects where performance requirements don't necessitate premium or specialized capacitor variants. Common applications include decoupling voltage supplies on digital logic boards, filtering in analog signal conditioning circuits, and timing circuits in microcontroller designs. Its compact size and standard electrical characteristics make it an economical choice for PCB designs targeting high-volume manufacturing where standardization and component availability are important considerations.