CL12B224KA5NLNC

The CL12B224KA5NLNC is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Samsung, designed for general-purpose energy storage and filtering applications in electronic circuits. This component belongs to Samsung's established lineup of ceramic capacitors, which are among the most widely used passive components in modern electronics due to their compact size, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Multilayer ceramic capacitors function by storing electrical charge across multiple thin layers of ceramic dielectric material interleaved with metal electrodes. The CL12B series represents a standard performance class suitable for mainstream industrial and consumer applications where high precision or extreme environmental ratings are not primary requirements. The "B" designation in the part number indicates the specific dielectric material class, which provides a balance between capacitance stability and voltage rating across typical operating temperature ranges. This particular capacitor is packaged in a 1206 surface-mount format, a widely adopted standardized size that measures approximately 3.2mm × 1.6mm. The 1206 package size makes this component ideal for compact circuit board designs while remaining straightforward to handle with standard automated assembly equipment. The compact footprint allows designers to achieve higher component density on printed circuit boards without compromising manufacturability or repairability. Engineers typically specify the CL12B224KA5NLNC in applications including power supply filtering, signal coupling and decoupling, noise suppression, and timing circuits. Common use cases span consumer electronics, industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, automotive electronics, and general-purpose PCB designs. The MLCC technology delivers excellent frequency response characteristics, making it particularly valuable for high-frequency filtering applications where electrolytic or film capacitors may be less suitable. Key reasons for specifying this exact part number include Samsung's consistent quality standards, the mature and well-understood performance characteristics of this series, widespread availability in supply chains, and compatibility with established manufacturing processes. The 1206 package size enjoys excellent ecosystem support—from design libraries to assembly vendor familiarity. Additionally, Samsung's reputation for manufacturing reliability means this part performs predictably across production runs, reducing design margin uncertainty. For applications requiring capacitors with specific voltage ratings, temperature coefficients, or tighter tolerances, alternative capacitor series or manufacturers may be considered. However, for applications where standard performance specifications suffice, the CL12B224KA5NLNC provides a proven, economical solution backed by a major manufacturer with established distribution and technical support infrastructure.