GRM31CR61E226KE15K

The GRM31CR61E226KE15K 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 across industrial, automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics sectors for reliable performance in demanding applications. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this component are fundamental building blocks in modern electronic circuits, functioning as energy storage devices, signal filters, and noise suppressors. They are essential in power supply circuits, signal processing stages, and decoupling applications where stable capacitance and low equivalent series resistance (ESR) are critical to circuit performance. The GRM31CR61E226KE15K uses a 1206 package format (imperial designation), which provides a balance between compact board footprint and handling ease during assembly. This mid-sized package is a standard choice in both high-volume manufacturing and specialized industrial applications where component density matters but automated pick-and-place equipment must reliably process the parts. The 1206 format also offers better mechanical stability compared to smaller packages, making it suitable for applications subject to vibration, thermal cycling, or mechanical stress. Murata's GRM series capacitors are engineered for stability across temperature ranges and operating conditions typical in industrial environments. These capacitors feature ceramic dielectric materials formulated to maintain consistent performance under the thermal and electrical stresses common in power electronics, automotive systems, and industrial control equipment. The series is known for maintaining predictable capacitance values across the temperature operating range, which is crucial for timing circuits, filtering applications, and precision analog stages. Engineers typically specify Murata GRM series capacitors when they require a combination of reliability, established supply chain presence, and performance documentation. The manufacturer's reputation for quality control and consistent production processes makes these components attractive for mission-critical applications where component failure could compromise system integrity or safety. The specific part number structure—with designations indicating package size, voltage class, and capacitance value—allows engineers to quickly identify compatible alternatives within Murata's extensive GRM portfolio. This flexibility helps in design optimization when performance requirements shift or board space constraints necessitate package changes. For applications requiring high reliability, extensive temperature range operation, or compliance with automotive or industrial standards, Murata GRM capacitors remain a preferred specification choice among design engineers worldwide.