GRM21BR72A822KA01L

The GRM21BR72A822KA01L is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, one of the world's leading suppliers of electronic components. This capacitor is part of Murata's GRM series, which is specifically designed for general-purpose applications across consumer electronics, industrial equipment, and telecommunications infrastructure. Multilayer ceramic capacitors are fundamental passive components used to store and release electrical energy in circuits. They serve critical functions including signal filtering, power supply decoupling, noise suppression, and frequency tuning. The GRM21BR72A series is engineered to provide reliable performance in mainstream applications where cost-effectiveness and consistent electrical characteristics are essential. The "21" designation in the part number indicates this capacitor uses a 0805 (2.0mm × 1.25mm) surface-mount package, a standard size widely adopted in modern PCB designs. This compact package allows for high-density circuit layouts while remaining compatible with automated pick-and-place assembly equipment used in manufacturing facilities worldwide. The 0805 package size makes it suitable for both high-volume production and prototype development environments. Murata's GRM21BR series is recognized for balanced performance across temperature and voltage operating ranges, making these capacitors appropriate for applications that must function reliably in varying environmental conditions. The BR classification within this series indicates specific electrical characteristics optimized for general industrial and commercial use cases rather than specialized military or automotive-grade requirements. Engineers typically specify this part number when they need a proven, widely-stocked ceramic capacitor that delivers predictable performance without the premium cost associated with specialized variants. The GRM series has established a strong track record in industrial equipment, power management circuits, medical devices, and consumer appliances. Designers also choose this part for applications where supply chain reliability is important, since Murata maintains consistent production of this series globally, reducing procurement risk. The component is particularly valuable in situations where designers need to replace or redesign existing products using proven components with well-understood performance characteristics. Since the GRM21BR72A822KA01L is commonly used across many OEM designs, technical support resources and application notes are readily available, reducing design cycle time. For engineers evaluating alternatives, this capacitor represents a mainstream solution that balances performance, availability, and cost. Its widespread use across multiple industries means that manufacturing partners and contract manufacturers typically have established processes for handling this component, potentially simplifying production workflows and reducing assembly costs compared to less common variants.