The KNA16400-W5 is a series of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) manufactured by AVX Corp, which is now a part of Kyocera AVX. These capacitors are designed for general-purpose applications, offering stable performance and high reliability. The “KNA” designates a specific series, “16400” probably relates to its dimensions or specific electrical characteristics, and “-W5” indicates the voltage rating and temperature coefficient.

Applications

  
• Bypass Capacitors: Used to decouple power supplies and reduce noise in electronic circuits.
  
• Filtering Capacitors: Employed in filter circuits to remove unwanted frequency components.
  
• Timing Circuits: Utilized in timing circuits for oscillators and other timing-sensitive applications.
  
• General-Purpose Applications: Used in a wide range of electronic devices for general circuit stabilization and energy storage.
  
• Consumer Electronics: Found in smartphones, tablets, and other portable devices.

Features

  
• Multilayer Ceramic Construction: Provides high capacitance in a small package size.
  
• Stable Performance: Offers stable capacitance and low ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance) over a wide temperature range.
  
• High Reliability: Designed for long-term reliability and durability.
  
• RoHS Compliant: Meets environmental standards for hazardous substance restriction.
  
• Surface Mount Technology (SMT): Suitable for automated assembly processes.
  
• Wide Range of Capacitance Values: Available in a variety of capacitance values to meet different circuit requirements.

Benefits

  
• Reduced Noise: Bypass capacitors reduce noise and improve signal integrity in electronic circuits.
  
• Stable Circuit Performance: Provides stable capacitance over temperature and voltage variations.
  
• Long-Term Reliability: Ensures reliable operation over the lifespan of the product.
  
• Simplified Assembly: SMT packaging simplifies the assembly process and reduces manufacturing costs.
  
• Compact Design: Small package size allows for use in densely populated PCBs.
  
• Cost-Effective Solution: Provides a cost-efficient solution for general-purpose capacitor applications.

Specific Details: The KNA16400-W5 series typically has voltage ratings of 16V or higher. The temperature coefficient is often X7R, which provides stable performance over a wide temperature range (-55°C to +125°C). The package size is typically a small surface-mount package, such as 0603 or 0805. Detailed specifications, including capacitance values, voltage ratings, and temperature coefficients, are available in the Kyocera AVX datasheet.