The W2A46C684MAT2A is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by AVX Corporation. It's designed for general-purpose applications where stable performance and compact size are important. This capacitor is commonly used for decoupling, bypass, and filtering in electronic circuits.

Applications

• Decoupling capacitors: Provides a stable voltage source for integrated circuits, reducing noise and voltage fluctuations.
• Bypass capacitors: Filters noise and unwanted AC signals from DC power lines.
• Filtering circuits: Used in low-pass, high-pass, and band-pass filters to attenuate specific frequency ranges.
• Timing circuits: Can be used in timing circuits, such as oscillators and timers, where a stable capacitance value is required.
• General-purpose applications: Suitable for a wide variety of electronic circuits where a reliable and compact capacitor is needed.

Features

• Capacitance: 0.68µF (Microfarads)
• Voltage Rating: 100V (Volts)
• Dielectric Material: X7R
• Temperature Coefficient: X7R (+/-15% capacitance change from -55°C to +125°C)
• Termination: Standard Tin
• Case Size: 1210 (3225 Metric)
• RoHS Compliant: Complies with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive.

Benefits

• Stable Capacitance: X7R dielectric provides stable capacitance over a wide temperature range, ensuring consistent performance.
• High Voltage Rating: 100V rating allows for use in applications with relatively high voltage requirements.
• Compact Size: 1210 case size saves valuable board space.
• Reliable Operation: High-quality construction and materials ensure reliable performance and long lifespan.
• Environmentally Friendly: RoHS compliance ensures environmental responsibility.
• Effective Noise Filtering: Helps to reduce noise and improve the performance of electronic circuits.

Additional Details

The W2A46C684MAT2A is a surface-mount device (SMD) and is designed for automated assembly. The X7R dielectric is a Class II ceramic capacitor, which means that its capacitance changes with temperature, voltage, and frequency, but it offers a good balance between stability and cost. When selecting this capacitor, it's important to consider the operating temperature range, voltage rating, and the desired level of capacitance stability. Refer to the manufacturer's datasheet for detailed specifications, including ESR (Equivalent Series Resistance), ESL (Equivalent Series Inductance), and ripple current ratings.