## ST207E104FART Component Overview The **ST207E104FART** belongs to a specific category of passive components, specifically **Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors (MLCC)**. This part number follows a standard nomenclature used by manufacturers (like Samsung Electro-Mechanics) to define its electrical characteristics and physical dimensions. --- ### Technical Specifications Breakdown The alphanumeric code reveals the specific electronic parameters of the part: | Parameter | Specification | Description | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Series** | ST | Standard MLCC Series | | **Case Size** | 207 (Metric) | Equivalent to **0805** imperial (2.0 x 1.25 mm) | | **Dielectric** | E | Typically **Y5V** (High capacitance, high temperature sensitivity) | | **Capacitance Code** | 104 | **100,000 pF** or **0.1 µF** (10 followed by four zeros) | | **Tolerance** | F | **± 1%** (High precision for this type) | | **Voltage Rating** | A | **25V** (Maximum working DC voltage) | | **Termination** | R | RoHS compliant Tin (Sn) plating over Nickel (Ni) | | **Packaging** | T | Tape & Reel (7" reel) | --- ### Key Features 1. **High Capacitance Density:** The multilayer structure allows for a high capacitance value (0.1 µF) within a relatively small 0805 footprint. 2. **Surface Mount Technology (SMT):** Designed for automated pick-and-place assembly on Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs). 3. **Stability:** While Y5V dielectrics are generally for general purpose, the "F" tolerance indicates a tighter control over the nominal value compared to standard ±20% capacitors. --- ### Common Applications This component is typically used in electronic circuits for the following purposes: * **Decoupling:** Placed near Integrated Circuits (ICs) to filter out high-frequency noise from power supply lines. * **Bypassing:** Providing a low-impedance path for AC signals to ground. * **Smoothing:** Reducing voltage ripple in DC-to-DC converters or power management stages. * **Timing Circuits:** Used in simple RC (Resistor-Capacitor) networks where a 0.1 µF value is a standard requirement. --- ### Typical Circuit Symbol In a schematic, this part is represented by the standard non-polarized capacitor symbol: ```text | | ------| |------ | | 0.1 µF ```