GRM21BR61C475KA88K

# GRM21BR61C475KA88K - Murata Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor The GRM21BR61C475KA88K is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, one of the leading producers of passive electronic components. This capacitor is part of Murata's GRM series, which is widely recognized for consistent quality and reliable performance across industrial and commercial applications. This component features a 1206 package size (metric designation 3216), making it suitable for both through-hole and surface-mount assembly processes. The compact footprint allows engineers to integrate this capacitor into space-constrained PCB designs without sacrificing performance or reliability. The ceramic dielectric material provides stable electrical characteristics across a range of operating conditions, making MLCCs like this one essential building blocks in modern electronics. Murata's GRM series capacitors are commonly specified in power supply circuits, signal filtering applications, and noise suppression across consumer electronics, telecommunications equipment, industrial control systems, and automotive applications. These capacitors work to smooth voltage ripple, block DC components in AC-coupled circuits, and suppress high-frequency noise that could interfere with sensitive analog and digital circuitry. Engineers frequently use them in decoupling applications near integrated circuit power pins to maintain stable voltage supplies. The BR dielectric designation indicates this capacitor falls within Murata's standard performance class, offering a balanced combination of capacitance density, voltage handling, and temperature stability suitable for general-purpose industrial applications. This middle-tier performance classification positions the part between economy-grade capacitors and specialized high-reliability variants, making it cost-effective for production volumes while maintaining the quality standards expected in professional engineering environments. Engineers might select the GRM21BR61C475KA88K specifically when their circuit design requires the exact capacitance value and voltage rating this part provides, along with Murata's reputation for manufacturing consistency and traceability. The established reliability of Murata's ceramic capacitors means reduced risk of field failures, which is critical in applications where maintenance costs or downtime penalties are high. When sourcing passive components for production builds, design revisions, or prototype development, having access to established parts like this Murata capacitor ensures compatibility with existing supply chains and documentation. This component represents the type of foundational passive component that appears in thousands of industrial and consumer electronics designs.