Ceramic capacitors are a type of capacitor that utilize ceramic materials in their construction, specifically as the dielectric layer between their conductive plates. This design allows them to offer compact, cost-effective solutions for various applications within electronics and electrical engineering. Typical Characteristics: - High reliability due to the non-electrolytic nature - Low to moderate capacitance values - Generally stable and reliable performance across a wide temperature range Common Applications: - Filter circuits - Tuning circuits in radios and other communication equipment - Decoupling and bypass capacitors - General-purpose electronic circuit components