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MLCC Lead Times Surge in 2026 as AI, EVs Strain Supply
MLCC lead times are extending to 16-30 weeks due to converging demand from AI servers, EVs, and renewables. High-density and automotive-grade parts face the worst shortages, while chip resistors remain stable. Designers can mitigate risk by specifying parameter ranges and using standard case sizes.
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The article offers practical design-stage fixes, but the real story is how passive component supply chains—long neglected—are now a bottleneck for AI hardware deployment.
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