GRM319R61E105KC36D

# GRM319R61E105KC36D - Murata Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor The GRM319R61E105KC36D is a multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, one of the world's leading producers of passive electronic components. This capacitor is part of Murata's GRM series, which represents a broad family of general-purpose ceramic capacitors designed for widespread use across consumer electronics, industrial equipment, telecommunications infrastructure, and automotive applications. This particular part is housed in a 1206 package (a surface-mount device measuring approximately 3.2mm by 1.6mm), making it suitable for modern PCB assembly processes including automated pick-and-place and reflow soldering. The compact form factor allows for high-density circuit board layouts while maintaining reliable electrical performance and mechanical stability. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this model are fundamental building blocks in modern electronics, serving roles in power supply filtering, signal coupling and decoupling, resonant circuits, and noise suppression across AC and DC applications. The GRM series is particularly valued in applications requiring stable performance across commercial and industrial temperature ranges, with good reliability under thermal cycling and vibration stress. The "61" designation in the part number indicates this capacitor uses Murata's X5R or similar ceramic dielectric material, which offers temperature stability characteristics suitable for applications where capacitance must remain relatively constant across a wide operating temperature range. This makes it more stable than lower-cost X7R alternatives in temperature-sensitive circuits, yet more cost-effective than premium C0G/NP0 alternatives for applications that don't require the most stringent stability requirements. Engineers typically specify this exact part when they need a reliable, mid-range capacitor with proven long-term performance in demanding industrial or consumer environments. Murata's GRM series parts benefit from extensive field history, established supply chains, and consistent manufacturing quality. The 1206 package size offers good balance between component size and thermal mass for reliable solder joints, while remaining small enough for compact modern designs. This capacitor is particularly common in power management circuits, audio equipment, switching power supplies, LED drivers, and various industrial control systems where stable, temperature-compensated capacitance is needed. Its prevalence in global electronics manufacturing makes it a logical choice for engineers designing products intended for widespread distribution or long-term production runs where component availability and consistent performance are critical considerations.