GRM216R71H103JA01D

The GRM216R71H103JA01D 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, a widely used surface-mount form factor that balances compact size with ease of handling and assembly in modern electronics manufacturing. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this part are fundamental building blocks in electronic circuits, used primarily for energy storage, filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling applications. The 0805 package size makes this component suitable for space-constrained designs where board real estate is at a premium, yet still maintains sufficient lead spacing for reliable automated assembly and rework. Murata's GRM series represents a broad family of general-purpose ceramic capacitors engineered for high reliability and consistent performance across commercial and industrial applications. These capacitors are commonly specified in consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, power supply circuits, automotive systems, and industrial control boards. The specific construction and materials used in Murata MLCCs provide stable capacitance values across temperature ranges and operating conditions typical for these applications. Engineers often select this particular part number for designs requiring a specific capacitance value and voltage rating within the GRM216 family's performance envelope. The 0805 package offers practical advantages: it is readily available from multiple distributors, compatible with standard pick-and-place assembly equipment, and has well-established reflow soldering profiles. Compared to larger package alternatives, the 0805 format allows higher component density on PCBs while maintaining adequate thermal and electrical performance for most non-high-power applications. The reliability of Murata's manufacturing processes makes their MLCCs a preferred choice in applications where consistent performance and long-term stability are critical. Medical devices, test equipment, and long-lifecycle industrial products frequently incorporate components from Murata's established ceramic capacitor lines. When evaluating alternatives, engineers consider factors such as package size constraints, specific capacitance and voltage requirements, temperature coefficient stability, equivalent series resistance (ESR) characteristics for high-frequency filtering, and proven field reliability in similar applications. The GRM216R71H103JA01D represents a mature, well-documented product that integrates proven performance into a practical package format, reducing design risk and simplifying supply chain management for OEM and contract manufacturers alike.