GRM188R61C105KA93D

The GRM188R61C105KA93D is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, one of the world's leading producers of passive electronic components. This part belongs to Murata's GRM series, which comprises high-reliability capacitors widely used in consumer electronics, telecommunications, automotive, and industrial applications. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model function as energy storage and filtering components in electronic circuits. They are designed to smooth voltage ripples, block DC while passing AC signals, couple signals between circuit stages, and provide high-frequency noise suppression. The compact form factor and high volumetric efficiency of MLCCs make them essential building blocks in modern compact electronic devices where space is at a premium. The part number designation indicates several key characteristics. The "188" in the part number refers to the 0603 metric package size (0.6mm x 0.3mm), which is one of the most commonly used surface-mount component sizes in modern electronics. This small footprint allows for high-density circuit board layouts while maintaining ease of automated assembly. The GRM series is specifically engineered for general-purpose applications, offering a practical balance between performance, cost, and reliability. Murata's GRM ceramic capacitors are manufactured using multilayer construction techniques that provide stable electrical performance across temperature and frequency ranges typical of consumer and industrial electronics. These capacitors are suitable for applications operating at moderate voltage and frequency levels, making them ideal for mainstream consumer products, industrial control systems, LED drivers, power management circuits, and telecommunications equipment. Engineers typically specify this exact part when they need a reliable, compact capacitor in a widely compatible package size. The 0603 footprint is extensively supported across the electronics industry, ensuring design flexibility and long-term component availability. Murata's manufacturing quality and consistent performance characteristics make the GRM series a trusted choice when consistent behavior and proven reliability are important factors in the design. The multilayer ceramic technology employed in this capacitor offers advantages including low equivalent series resistance (ESR), low equivalent series inductance (ESL), and stable performance in compact dimensions. These characteristics are particularly valuable in high-speed digital circuits, power distribution networks, and noise-sensitive analog applications where both electrical performance and miniaturization are required. This component is RoHS compliant and designed for lead-free assembly processes, aligning with modern manufacturing standards and environmental regulations in electronics production.