CL31B106KPHNNNE

The CL31B106KPHNNNE is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Samsung, representing a reliable choice for general-purpose capacitive filtering and energy storage applications across consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and telecommunications infrastructure. This component belongs to Samsung's established ceramic capacitor family, which is widely recognized in the electronics industry for consistent quality and performance. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental building blocks in modern circuit design. They function as filtering elements to smooth voltage ripples, decouple power supplies, block DC signals while passing AC, and store charge in timing circuits. The MLCC construction—formed by alternating layers of ceramic dielectric material and metal electrodes—provides a compact, cost-effective solution that delivers high capacitance density relative to size, making it ideal for space-constrained applications. The part number designation indicates this is a surface-mount device in a standard package format, suitable for automated assembly on printed circuit boards. This makes it particularly advantageous for high-volume manufacturing environments where mechanical reliability and consistent soldering performance are essential. Engineers appreciate MLCCs for their stability across temperature variations, long shelf life, and minimal maintenance requirements once installed. Applications for ceramic capacitors of this type span diverse industries. In power supply circuits, they suppress noise and stabilize voltage rails. In signal processing, they couple and filter audio and RF signals. Industrial control systems, motor drives, LED lighting supplies, and embedded computing platforms all rely on capacitors in this category for basic circuit functionality. Telecommunications equipment, including network infrastructure and data center power distribution, frequently incorporates these components. Designers might specify the CL31B106KPHNNNE over alternative capacitor technologies for several reasons. Compared to electrolytic capacitors, MLCCs offer superior frequency response and lower equivalent series resistance, making them better for high-frequency applications. Relative to film capacitors, they provide higher capacitance in a smaller footprint at lower cost. The Samsung manufacturing pedigree ensures traceability and consistent electrical characteristics across production batches, which matters for critical applications requiring predictable performance. The ceramic composition and multi-layer design mean this capacitor tolerates mechanical stress from thermal cycling and vibration better than some alternatives, an important consideration for industrial and automotive-grade applications. Its robust construction also makes it suitable for challenging environments where temperature fluctuations or humidity exposure might degrade other component types. For engineers evaluating this part, it represents a proven solution in Samsung's capacitor portfolio—a balance of performance, reliability, size efficiency, and manufacturing consistency that has established MLCCs as standard components in virtually every category of modern electronics.