GRM188R61H225ME11D

The GRM188R61H225ME11D 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 filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling applications across a wide range of industrial and commercial electronic equipment. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model are among the most widely used passive components in modern electronics. They consist of alternating layers of ceramic dielectric material and metal electrodes, stacked and fired into a single monolithic package. This construction delivers high capacitance in a very small physical footprint, making MLCCs ideal for space-constrained designs and high-density circuit boards. The part number designation indicates this capacitor uses Murata's 1206 package format (0.126 inches by 0.063 inches), which is a standard surface-mount size commonly found in consumer electronics, industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, and automotive applications. The 1206 package offers a practical balance between component size and handling ease, making it suitable for both automated assembly and manual rework in manufacturing environments. This particular capacitor is part of Murata's general-purpose series designed for applications where cost-effectiveness and compact dimensions are priorities without demanding extreme performance characteristics. It finds typical use in power supply circuits for filtering and energy storage, as decoupling capacitors near integrated circuit power pins to suppress voltage transients, and in signal path applications where AC coupling or filtering is needed. Engineers typically select a specific MLCC model based on required capacitance value, voltage rating, temperature stability characteristics, and mechanical package constraints. Within the 1206 package family, multiple capacitance values and voltage ratings are available to accommodate different circuit requirements. The GRM188R61H225ME11D's particular specifications position it for mainstream industrial applications where performance requirements are moderate and reliability within standard operating conditions is essential. Murata's manufacturing processes for MLCCs emphasize consistency and quality control across large production volumes, making their components suitable for both single-unit prototyping and high-volume manufacturing runs. Their capacitors comply with standard industry specifications and are widely recognized across engineering and procurement departments in industrial sectors. When specifying this component versus alternatives, engineers consider the availability in their supply chain, compatibility with existing assembly processes, proven field performance history, and cost optimization for their particular design. The 1206 MLCC format remains one of the most standardized and interchangeable component packages in the industry, providing design flexibility and sourcing reliability.