C0603C224K8RACTU Kemet Capacitor (Other) In Stock
Kemet C0603C224K8RACTU is a 220 nF Class II X5R MLCC capacitor in a 0603 SMD package rated at 10 V DC. It features tight ±10% capacitance tolerance and stable temperature performance from -55°C to +85°C. Available from global distributors with worldwide shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Kemet
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 2
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- C0603C224K8RACTU Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Capacitor
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 220 nF capacitance at 10 V DC in a compact 0603 (1608 metric) SMD package enabling high-density PCB decoupling layouts
- X5R dielectric providing stable capacitance within ±15% over the -55°C to +85°C temperature range for reliable bypass filtering
- ±10% (K) capacitance tolerance ensuring consistent performance across production batches in precision filter and decoupling circuits
Applications
The C0603C224K8RACTU is widely used as a bypass and decoupling capacitor on 3.3 V and 5 V power rails supplying microcontrollers, FPGAs, and mixed-signal ICs. Its 0603 footprint fits densely populated boards where space is at a premium, such as wearable electronics, IoT sensor nodes, and mobile device PCBs. The X5R dielectric maintains adequate capacitance across the full industrial temperature range, making it suitable for automotive auxiliary electronics and outdoor equipment.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What dielectric and voltage rating does the Kemet C0603C224K8RACTU use?
The C0603C224K8RACTU uses an X5R Class II dielectric rated at 10 V DC with 220 nF nominal capacitance. The X5R characteristic maintains capacitance within ±15% over the -55°C to +85°C temperature range, which is adequate for general-purpose bypass and decoupling but less stable than C0G/NP0 dielectrics used in precision timing circuits.
How does the 0603 package size of the C0603C224K8RACTU compare to 0402 alternatives for high-density PCB designs?
The 0603 package (1.6 mm × 0.8 mm) is larger than 0402 (1.0 mm × 0.5 mm) but is easier to handle in prototype assembly and less prone to tombstoning during reflow. For 220 nF at 10 V, the 0603 footprint is a common compromise between component density and assembly yield, particularly in mixed SMT boards where 0402 minimum pad spacing may cause solder bridging issues.
In which power supply decoupling scenarios should the C0603C224K8RACTU be placed closest to the IC power pin?
This 220 nF, 10 V capacitor is best placed within 1 mm to 2 mm of IC power pins on 3.3 V or 5 V rails where transient current demand can reach tens of milliamps in microsecond timeframes. Microcontroller I/O switching events and ADC sample-and-hold transitions benefit most from a local 220 nF bypass capacitor, as the low ESL of the 0603 MLCC package attenuates noise across a frequency range of 1 MHz to 100 MHz.
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