The C3216JB1H562KT000N is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by TDK Corporation. MLCCs are ubiquitous passive components used for a variety of purposes in electronic circuits, including decoupling, bypassing, filtering, and tuning. This particular capacitor is designed for general-purpose applications and features a compact size, making it suitable for high-density circuit boards.

Applications

• Decoupling capacitors in digital circuits: Used to suppress voltage fluctuations on power rails, ensuring stable operation of integrated circuits.
• Bypass capacitors in analog circuits: Provides a low-impedance path for high-frequency noise, preventing it from interfering with sensitive analog signals.
• Filtering capacitors in power supplies: Smooths out ripple voltage, improving the quality of the DC output.
• Tuning capacitors in resonant circuits: Used in radio frequency (RF) circuits to set the resonant frequency of oscillators and filters.
• General-purpose applications in consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and automotive systems.

Features

• Compact Size: 3.2mm x 1.6mm (1206 in imperial units).
• High Capacitance Value: 5600pF (5.6nF).
• Voltage Rating: 50V.
• Temperature Characteristics: JB (typically +/-15% capacitance change from -25°C to +85°C).
• High Reliability: MLCCs are known for their high reliability and long lifespan.
• RoHS Compliant: Complies with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive, making it environmentally friendly.

Benefits

• Improved Circuit Stability: Decoupling and bypass capacitors help to stabilize voltage levels and reduce noise, leading to improved circuit performance and reliability.
• Enhanced Signal Integrity: Filtering capacitors remove unwanted noise and ripple, resulting in cleaner signals.
• Compact Design: The small size of the capacitor allows for high-density circuit board layouts, saving space and reducing overall product size.
• Cost-Effective: MLCCs are relatively inexpensive compared to other types of capacitors.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range: Suitable for use in a variety of environments.

Additional Details

The C3216JB1H562KT000N uses a ceramic dielectric material. The termination is made of nickel barrier with tin plating. The operating temperature range is -25°C to +85°C. It is typically surface-mounted using automated pick-and-place equipment and reflow soldering techniques.