Based on best-in-class BME technology backed by 30+ years of R&D and designed to satisfy pressing aerospace and defense market demands, these small, high-CV MLCCs enable revolutionary reductions in component size, weight, and count, enhance durability, and maximize PCB layout efficiency. FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. (April 13, 2026) – KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, expanded its rigorously tested and field-proven series of MIL-PRF-32535 base metal electrode (BME) NP0 MLCCs approved by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and included in its Qualified Products Database (QPD), adding new case sizes and capacitance values. Based on best-in-class BME technology backed by more than 30 years of research and development
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KYOCERA AVX Contributes $1 Million to Clemson University’s New Advanced Materials Innovation Complex
Clemson University has received a $1 million contribution from the KYOCERA AVX Foundation to support its new Advanced Materials Innovation Complex (AMIC), reinforcing a partnership focused on advancing innovation, talent development and manufacturing. In recognition of the gift, Clemson will name the facility’s main lobby the KYOCERA AVX Lobby. The Advanced Materials Innovation Complex is designed as a central hub for interdisciplinary research, industrial collaboration and workforce development in materials and advanced manufacturing technologies. The complex aims to facilitate discovery and commercialization across sectors including electronics, energy, and manufacturing — areas aligned with Clemson’s research priorities and KYOCERA AVX’s expertise. Clemson News March 20, 2026
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Exhibit highlights include varistors, capacitors, and connectors engineered for high-power, high-energy, and high-efficiency performance in demanding 5G, IoT, military and aerospace, high-temperature, automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and medical applications. FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. (March 23, 2026) – KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, is exhibiting at APEC 2026, also known as the IEEE Power Electronics Conference and Exposition, which is taking place this week — Sunday, March 22, through Thursday, March 26 — in San Antonio, Texas. APEC showcases and celebrates the full scope of the power electronics industry, including both the practical and applied aspects of the business, and provides presenters, exhibitors, and attendees with unique
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Kyocera Begins Mass Production of Differential Clock Crystal OscillatorsDelivering Industry-Leading*1 30 fs Phase Jitter Enabling Low Noise, Low Power Solutions for AI Server Data Communication Kyocera Corporation (President: Hideo Tanimoto) today announced the launch and commencement of mass production in January 2026 of its “X Series” of differential clock crystal oscillators, achieving industry-leading low phase jitter of 30fs (femtoseconds) and low noise. Mass production commenced in January 2026. Differential clock crystal oscillators play an important role in enabling high-speed, large-capacity data communication in areas such as AI servers, offering enhanced noise resistance compared to standard clock crystal oscillators. Kyocera began mass production of the “X Series” in January this year with an initial monthly output of 200,000 units. In response
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Case Study – A solid, light-weight device built for heavy-duty tracking – Abeeway, a customer success story.
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The Multi-Orbit Early Adopter Program focuses on developing IoT solutions that combine terrestrial mobile and satellite connectivity across GEO and LEO.
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KYOCERA AVX expanded its selection of 550/560 Series ultra-broadband capacitors to better satisfy surging demand for high-speed, high-bandwidth optical communication systems in a steadily growing range of cross-market applications. FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. (February 23, 2026) – KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, expanded its selection of 550/560 Series ultra-broadband capacitors to better satisfy surging cross-market demand for high-speed, high-bandwidth optical communication systems. The global optical communication systems market was valued at $36.87 billion in 2025 and is projected to be worth $74.21 billion by 2034 due, in large part, to the widespread proliferation of high-speed, high-bandwidth data transmission applications — ranging from online gaming and streaming
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IoT M2M Council (IMC), has named Carmen Redondo, Director of Global Marketing at KYOCERA AVX, as its new chair for 2026.
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ABSTRACT Today’s engineers are continually challenged to deliver higher density power supplies capable of satisfying the demands of ever more power hungry electronic devices. Not all modern electronics require increased power density. But it’s safe to say that getting more power out of power supplies with equivalent or smaller weights and volumes is a near universal interest in the design world, regardless. BENEFITS OF STACKED CAPACITORS Lower ESR Reduced Inductance Improved Power Density Enhanced thermal performance Read the full article on Power Systems Design
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Ultra-Compact, Ultra-Low Voltage: Kyocera Unveils the KC1210A Series Clock Oscillators Enabling Energy-Efficient Design for Next-Generation Smartphones and Wearables November 11, 2025 – Kyocera Corporation (President: Hideo Tanimoto; hereinafter “Kyocera”) announces the development of the KC1210A Series clock oscillators. These oscillators offer the world’s smallest size*1 and operate at an ultra-low voltage of 0.9V, which is approximately 50% lower than Kyocera’s previous conventional clock oscillator models. Sample shipments are now available, with full-scale mass production planned for the summer of 2026. KC1210A Series ■ Background of Development With the increasing functionality of smartphones and wearables, including AI, high-speed communication, large-scale data processing, and power consumption are also rising. This leads to faster battery depletion and more frequent charging. To address these
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Developed in collaboration with Iridium and qualified for use with Iridium Certus™ 9704 IoT modules, the new LDS cap antenna and evaluation board significantly outperform the ceramic patch antennas typically used in satellite IoT applications. FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. (November 4, 2025) – KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, launched a new LDS cap antenna and evaluation board optimized for Iridium® satellite IoT applications and designated as Iridium Qualified Antenna products for Iridium Certus 9704 modules. Developed to provide Iridium with an embedded antenna optimized for low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites used to provide seamless connectivity and data exchange for IoT devices anywhere in the world, the
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The new KGP Series commercial-grade stacked MLCCs are engineered to optimize the performance of high-frequency applications in the industrial, alternative energy, and downhole oil and gas industries and support the miniaturization and sustainability megatrends. FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. (October 13, 2025) – KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, released the new KGP Series commercial-grade stacked capacitors for high-frequency applications in the industrial and downhole oil and gas industries. The new commercial-grade KGP Series stacked multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) deliver higher capacitance values in the same mounting area as traditional capacitors to support the enduring miniaturization megatrend and are manufactured without lead or cadmium to support the thriving
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As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to expand, the challenge of connecting devices beyond terrestrial network coverage becomes increasingly important. Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) enable IoT applications to reach areas where traditional connectivity cannot, bridging the gap between terrestrial and satellite systems.
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Showcasing Iridium, GNSS, NTN, and UWB antennas for aerospace and defense applications FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. (September 15, 2025) – KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, is exhibiting at the 17th Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition (TADTE 2025) which will be held from September 18 to 20, 2025, at Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1. The KYOCERA AVX Antenna Division will join long-term partner Anritsu at booth K0004 to present the latest antenna solutions, covering satellite communications (iridium, GNSS), non-terrestrial networks (NTN L-Band), and ultra-wideband (UWB) precision positioning. “We sincerely thank Anritsu for providing the platform and the opportunity to co-exhibit, allowing KYOCERA AVX’s antenna technology to
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The cattle industry holds significant economic importance, particularly with beef cattle, which often command higher prices than other meats due to their meat quality and market demand. Beef cattle contribute substantially to global food supply, providing essential protein.
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The new DSCC 25007 Mini BME Stacks deliver an unparalleled combination of high-reliability, high-CV performance, substantial space and weight savings, and standard 100% Group A testing to satisfy military and aerospace industry demands. FOUNTAIN INN, S.C. (September 8, 2025) – KYOCERA AVX, a leading global manufacturer of advanced electronic components engineered to accelerate technological innovation and build a better future, released the new DSCC 25007 Mini BME Stacks — miniature, high-CV stacked X7R capacitors equipped with base metal electrodes (BME) and subjected to 100% Group A testing. Designed to satisfy the growing need for compact and lightweight high-CV SMT capacitors in high-reliability military, aerospace, and space applications subjected to extreme operating conditions and harsh environments, the new fully-tested and -traceable
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