GRM216R71H102JA01D

The GRM216R71H102JA01D is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, one of the world's leading producers of passive electronic components. This capacitor is housed in a 0805 package size, making it a surface-mount component suitable for modern PCB assembly processes used in industrial and consumer electronics applications. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model are fundamental building blocks in electronic circuits, serving functions such as energy storage, signal filtering, decoupling, and noise suppression. The 0805 package represents a standard footprint that balances ease of handling and placement with reasonable component density, making it popular in both high-volume manufacturing and specialized industrial equipment. The designation within the part number indicates this capacitor is designed for general-purpose applications, falling within Murata's broad-market offering rather than specialized high-performance segments. These capacitors are commonly specified in power supply circuits, audio equipment, communications devices, automotive electronics, industrial control systems, and consumer appliances where stable capacitance performance and reliability are required. Engineers typically select MLCCs in the 0805 package when they need to balance multiple design constraints: the package is small enough to support compact layouts and high component density, yet large enough to maintain adequate voltage and current handling characteristics. Murata's reputation for consistent manufacturing quality makes their capacitors a preferred choice where long-term reliability and predictable performance are critical. The multilayer construction in ceramic capacitors provides excellent frequency response characteristics and low equivalent series resistance (ESR), which is why they are preferred over older electrolytic alternatives in many modern circuit designs. The 0805 form factor allows designers to create more compact boards while maintaining the electrical performance needed for contemporary applications. Typical reasons an engineer might specify this exact Murata part include the need for a qualified component with established supply chain presence, proven performance in similar applications, or requirements for a replacement part in existing designs. Murata MLCCs in this package size are widely used as reference designs circulate through industries, and their availability from multiple distributors reduces supply chain risk. This component is suitable for applications operating under normal environmental conditions and represents the kind of fundamental passive component that forms the foundation of reliable electronic systems across industrial, commercial, and consumer markets.