GRM21BC8YA106KE11L

The GRM21BC8YA106KE11L is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, one of the world's leading producers of passive electronic components. This capacitor belongs to Murata's GRM series, which is widely recognized in industrial and consumer electronics for reliable performance and consistent quality. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components found in virtually every modern electronic device. They are used for energy storage, filtering, decoupling, and signal coupling across power supplies, audio circuits, RF applications, and digital logic boards. The compact size and low cost of MLCCs make them the preferred choice for high-volume manufacturing across telecommunications, automotive, industrial control, medical devices, and computing equipment. The GRM21 designation indicates this is a size 2012 component in metric dimensions (approximately 2.0mm × 1.25mm × 1.25mm), making it suitable for dense PCB layouts where space is constrained. The 21 package size represents a mid-range option—larger than tiny 01005 or 0402 components but smaller than bulkier through-hole or larger SMD capacitors. This makes it ideal for applications requiring balance between miniaturization and handling ease during assembly. The BC8YA106KE11L portion of the part number encodes the capacitor's electrical characteristics, dielectric material class, voltage rating, and capacitance value. Murata's GRM series is available across multiple voltage ratings and capacitance ranges to serve diverse circuit requirements. These capacitors are designed for standard industrial temperature ranges typical of commercial and light industrial applications. Engineers specify Murata GRM series capacitors when they require dependable performance, consistent quality, and proven reliability in production environments. Murata's manufacturing processes ensure tight tolerance control and stable performance across temperature variations. The GRM series has an established track record in thousands of designs, making it a preferred choice when component reliability directly impacts product performance and warranty costs. This particular part number represents a specific combination of electrical properties within the GRM family. It would be selected by design engineers based on exact circuit requirements for capacitance value, voltage rating, and physical dimensions. The standardization of this part number across multiple suppliers' inventory systems ensures availability and consistency for design engineers planning production runs. Whether you're designing new equipment or managing spare parts for existing systems, the GRM21BC8YA106KE11L offers the compact form factor and proven performance characteristics associated with Murata's established MLCC portfolio.