Editing: C_0402 (1005 Metric)

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# C_0402 (1005 Metric)

**Package:** C_0402_1005Metric
**Library:** Capacitor_SMD
**Category:** Passive Component
**Pads:** 2
**Pitch:** N/A
**Body Size:** 1.0 x 0.5mm
**Mounting:** Surface Mount

## Description

The 0402 (1005 Metric) is the go-to passive component size for production electronics. At just 1.0 x 0.5mm, it is roughly half the area of an 0603 and one-quarter of an 0805, enabling very high component density. Used for bypass capacitors, pull-up/pull-down resistors, and filter components on smartphone PCBs, wearables, IoT modules, and any design where board real estate is at a premium. Requires reflow soldering — too small for hand assembly. The standard passive size for professional PCB designs targeting volume manufacturing.

## Usage Notes

- Designed for reflow soldering (paste stencil recommended)
- Pad size optimized for standard components
- Follow IPC-7351 land pattern guidelines

## KiCad Library Reference

This footprint is from the official KiCad `Capacitor_SMD` library.
Full identifier: `Capacitor_SMD:C_0402_1005Metric`

To use in your project:
1. Open the Footprint Library Manager in KiCad
2. Search for `C_0402_1005Metric`
3. Assign to your schematic symbol in the Symbol Properties dialog

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