CL10A475KQ8NNNL

The CL10A475KQ8NNNL is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Samsung, designed for reliable performance in a wide range of electronic applications. This component belongs to the popular CL10A series, which represents Samsung's established line of general-purpose ceramic capacitors widely used throughout the electronics industry. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components found in nearly every modern electronic circuit. They serve critical functions including energy storage, signal filtering, noise suppression, and voltage smoothing across power supply rails. The compact form factor and low cost of MLCCs make them the preferred choice for high-volume manufacturing and space-constrained designs where performance and reliability are essential. The CL10A series is characterized by its 0603 package size (metric designation 1608), representing a physically small component measuring approximately 1.6mm by 0.8mm. This compact footprint makes it ideal for densely populated PCB layouts typical of modern consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, industrial control systems, and automotive applications. The small size does not compromise functionality—these capacitors deliver stable performance across standard industrial temperature ranges, making them suitable for both commercial and demanding industrial environments. MLCCs in the CL10A family are commonly specified in consumer devices, portable electronics, networking equipment, medical instrumentation, and industrial automation circuits. Their versatility stems from availability across multiple capacitance values and voltage ratings, allowing engineers to select the precise specification needed for their design requirements. Engineers typically specify Samsung's CL10A series for several compelling reasons. The series has demonstrated consistent long-term reliability and availability in the market, reducing supply chain risk in production. Samsung maintains stringent quality control standards and extensive manufacturing capacity, ensuring consistent product characteristics across production batches. The 0603 package size has become an industry standard, maximizing design flexibility and simplifying PCB assembly processes using standard pick-and-place equipment. When evaluating alternatives, the CL10A series offers the balance of performance, cost-effectiveness, and supply reliability that appeals to design teams managing both prototype development and high-volume production. The established track record of this series in countless deployed applications provides design confidence. For applications requiring specific electrical performance characteristics, the wide range of available capacitance values and voltage ratings within the CL10A family generally ensures designers can find an appropriate solution without necessitating alternative suppliers or package types.