GRM31CR61E226KE15L

The GRM31CR61E226KE15L 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 applications for reliable performance and consistent quality. Multilayer ceramic capacitors like this component are fundamental building blocks in modern electronic circuits. They function to store and release electrical energy, filter noise, stabilize voltage supplies, and couple or decouple signals across different stages of circuitry. The compact form factor and high volumetric efficiency of ceramic capacitors make them ideal for space-constrained designs where board real estate is at a premium. The designation within the part number indicates this is a surface-mount device in a 1206 package size, making it suitable for standard pick-and-place assembly processes used in high-volume manufacturing. The 1206 package offers a practical balance between small footprint and handling ease during production, which is why it remains popular across diverse industries including telecommunications, automotive electronics, medical devices, industrial control systems, and consumer electronics. Murata's GRM series capacitors are engineered for general-purpose applications where moderate performance requirements and cost-effectiveness are priorities. These capacitors are commonly specified in power supply filtering, decoupling networks, timing circuits, and signal conditioning applications. Engineers frequently choose components from this series when standard commercial-grade capacitors meet circuit requirements without necessitating specialized high-reliability or high-frequency variants. The ceramic dielectric material provides stable performance across typical industrial temperature ranges, and the construction methodology ensures reproducible electrical characteristics suitable for mass production environments. The robust design of Murata MLCCs helps minimize field failures, which is particularly important in applications where maintenance access is difficult or downtime carries significant cost. When selecting this particular part number, engineers would typically be matching existing designs, maintaining component consistency across production runs, or choosing from a preferred supplier list where Murata components are qualified. The GRM series' broad availability, documented reliability history, and established use in countless industrial applications make it a pragmatic choice for designers who prioritize proven performance over specialized features. This capacitor is suitable for designers working with standard operating conditions and moderate electrical specifications typical of industrial and commercial equipment rather than extreme environment or military-grade applications.