GRM155R61A105ME15D

The GRM155R61A105ME15D is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, one of the world's leading suppliers of passive electronic components. This capacitor is designed for general-purpose applications across consumer electronics, industrial equipment, telecommunications, and automotive systems where reliable energy storage and signal filtering are required. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model are constructed from alternating layers of ceramic dielectric material and metal electrodes, which are then stacked and sintered into a compact monolithic form. This construction method allows manufacturers to achieve relatively high capacitance values in extremely small package sizes. The GRM155R61A105ME15D uses a 1206 package format (metric designation 3216), making it suitable for surface-mount assembly on modern printed circuit boards. This package size strikes a practical balance between compactness and ease of handling during manufacturing. Murata's GRM155 series represents the company's established line of general-purpose MLCCs optimized for cost-effective production while maintaining consistent electrical performance. Components in this series are widely specified in cost-sensitive applications where performance margins are adequate and environmental stability is moderate. The part's construction and materials indicate it is intended for standard industrial and commercial operating environments rather than extreme high-reliability applications. Engineers typically choose MLCCs like the GRM155R61A105ME15D for applications including power supply filtering, decoupling between logic integrated circuits, signal coupling and bypassing, and general energy storage in low-voltage circuits. The compact 1206 surface-mount package enables high-density PCB layouts while maintaining manufacturability and repairability compared to larger through-hole alternatives. When selecting this specific part number, engineers benefit from Murata's consistent manufacturing quality and broad availability through multiple distribution channels. The GRM155 family offers designers a reliable solution when standard performance characteristics suffice and cost optimization is important. The 1206 package also provides good accessibility for rework and inspection compared to smaller case sizes. Capacitor selection depends on several application-specific factors including required capacitance value, voltage rating, frequency response, temperature stability, and space constraints. The GRM155R61A105ME15D represents a practical, widely-adopted solution for applications demanding straightforward capacitor functionality without specialized performance requirements such as low-ESR, high-frequency operation, or extreme temperature ratings. Its popularity in industrial design ensures consistent availability and interchangeability across manufacturing batches.