GRM188B11E104KA01D Murata Electronics Capacitor (Capacitor Chip Non-polarised) In Stock
Murata GRM188B11E104KA01D is a 0.1µF 25V B-characteristic MLCC in 0603 SMD package with ±10% tolerance and 0.8mm height for compact bypass and coupling applications. Multilayer ceramic construction with JESD-609 e3 lead-free solder compatibility ensures reliable surface-mount assembly. Available from worldwide authorized distributor stock with competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- Murata Electronics
- Package
- Capacitor Chip Non-polarised
- Pin Count
- 2
- Lifecycle
- OBSOLETE
- Datasheet
- GRM188B11E104KA01D Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Capacitor
- Temp Range
- -25.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 0.1µF capacitance at 25V DC with B dielectric characteristic offering tighter temperature coefficient than X5R for stable performance from -25°C to +85°C in precision circuits
- Compact 0603 (1608 metric) SMD package with only 0.8mm height enables high-density placement for decoupling and coupling in portable and space-constrained electronics
- RoHS compliant Murata GRM188 series with JESD-609 e3 Pb-free compatibility and REACH certification, suitable for global market consumer and industrial equipment
Applications
The GRM188B11E104KA01D is widely used as a 0.1µF bypass capacitor on power supply pins of microcontrollers, FPGAs, and DSPs operating at 3.3V to 12V supply rails, where compact 0603 package size allows placement directly adjacent to each IC power pin. Its B dielectric provides more stable capacitance than Y5V at voltage and temperature extremes, making it suitable for precision analog circuits, audio signal coupling, and RF stage bypassing in wireless communication modules. The 25V rating also accommodates bypass duty in 12V automotive sensor nodes and industrial logic circuits within a minimal 0603 footprint.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| YTEOL | 0 |
| Capacitance | 0.1 µF |
| Capacitor Type | CERAMIC CAPACITOR |
| Dielectric Material | CERAMIC |
| Height | 0.8mm |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Mounting Feature | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Multilayer | YES |
| Negative Tolerance | 10% |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
| Package Style | SMT |
| Packing Method | 180mm Reel W8P4 |
| Positive Tolerance | 10% |
| Rated (DC) Voltage (URdc) | 25V |
| Size Code | 1608M/0603 |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Temperature Characteristics Code | B |
| Temperature Coefficient | 10% ppm/°C |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Terminal Shape | WRAPAROUND |
| Package | Capacitor Chip Non-polarised |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTS Code | 8532.24.00.20 |
| Country of Origin | Philippines |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What dielectric characteristic does GRM188B11E104KA01D use and how stable is its capacitance across temperature?
GRM188B11E104KA01D uses B dielectric (also coded as B1 or COG-adjacent in Murata's classification), which provides a tighter temperature coefficient than X5R or X7R within the -25°C to +85°C range. The 0.1µF nominal capacitance changes by less than ±10% across this temperature range in a standard B-type ceramic, making it more stable than X5R (±15%) and considerably more predictable than Y5V (which can lose up to 80% at temperature extremes). This stability is critical for timing circuits, filter networks, and precision analog bypass applications.
How does DC voltage bias affect GRM188B11E104KA01D capacitance when used on a 12V automotive sensor power rail?
B-characteristic MLCC dielectrics in GRM188B11E104KA01D are less susceptible to DC bias-induced capacitance loss than X5R or X7R types. At 12V DC applied across the 25V rated capacitor (48% of rated voltage), the effective 0.1µF capacitance typically decreases by 10% to 20% in a B-type ceramic, compared to 40% to 60% loss in an equivalent X5R 0603 at the same voltage ratio. This makes GRM188B11E104KA01D more reliable for 12V automotive sensor node bypassing where DC bias is a constant operating condition.
For a 100MHz MCU decoupling design, how many GRM188B11E104KA01D capacitors per power pin are recommended?
At 100MHz switching frequencies, a single GRM188B11E104KA01D (0.1µF, 0603) placed within 1mm of each MCU power supply pin provides effective high-frequency bypassing with self-resonance typically between 15MHz and 30MHz for this case size and capacitance value. For MCUs with switching transients above 100MHz or supply currents above 500mA, a parallel combination of one 0.1µF 0603 and one 10nF 0402 capacitor per power pin extends the effective bypass bandwidth by a decade, covering 10MHz to 300MHz simultaneously.
When is GRM188B11E104KA01D a better procurement choice than GRM21BR61E104KA88 for a 0.1µF bypass application?
GRM188B11E104KA01D in 0603 (1608 metric) is preferable over the GRM21B 0805-equivalent when the PCB design requires smaller component footprints below 2.0mm × 1.25mm, or when component placement density exceeds 40 capacitors per square centimeter of PCB area. The 0603 package occupies 50% less board area than an 0805 package. For designs where board space is not constrained but higher ripple current or better solderability is preferred, the larger GRM21B 0805 variant provides marginally better solder joint reliability due to its larger contact pads.
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