GRM216R71E333KA01D

The GRM216R71E333KA01D is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, one of the world's leading producers of passive electronic components. This capacitor is designed for use in a wide range of electronic applications where compact size, reliability, and consistent performance are critical requirements. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model function as energy storage and filtering components in circuits. They work by storing electrical charge between conductive plates separated by ceramic dielectric material, allowing them to smooth voltage ripples, filter high-frequency noise, bypass unwanted signals, and provide localized energy storage near power supply points on circuit boards. The "216" designation in the part number indicates this capacitor uses the 0805 surface-mount package size, one of the most common form factors in modern electronics manufacturing. This compact package allows for high-density circuit board layouts while remaining easy to handle and solder using standard automated assembly equipment. The relatively small footprint makes it ideal for space-constrained applications where engineers need to maximize board real estate. This particular part number belongs to Murata's general-purpose MLCC family with an X7R dielectric material. Capacitors with X7R dielectric characteristics are valued for their stable performance across a wide operating temperature range and minimal capacitance change over time, making them suitable for applications where reliability and predictability are important. This type of capacitor is commonly found in consumer electronics, industrial control systems, telecommunications equipment, automotive electronics, and general computing applications. Engineers typically specify this exact part number when their design requires a reliable, temperature-stable capacitor in a standard package size for non-critical filtering or bypassing applications. The combination of Murata's reputation for quality, the widespread availability of the 0805 package, and the stable performance characteristics of X7R dielectric materials make this component a cost-effective choice for high-volume manufacturing runs where supply chain reliability is important. The MLCC family offers distinct advantages over alternatives like film capacitors or electrolytic capacitors in applications requiring small size, high frequency performance, and integration density. Murata's production quality and consistency have made 0805 MLCCs a standard specification across countless industries.