GRM188R61C106MA73D Murata Electronics Capacitor (Other) In Stock
Murata GRM188R61C106MA73D is a 10 µF multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) in the 0603 (1608 metric) SMT package, rated 16 V with X5R dielectric and 0.8 mm height for low-profile PCB designs. Suitable for decoupling, bypass, and bulk energy storage in compact consumer and industrial electronics.
- Manufacturer
- Murata Electronics
- Package
- Other
- Pin Count
- 2
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- GRM188R61C106MA73D Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Capacitor
- Temp Range
- -55.0°C to 85.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 10 µF capacitance in compact 0603 (1608 metric) SMT package with 0.8 mm profile height
- 16 V rated voltage with X5R dielectric for stable capacitance across temperature and voltage
- Ceramic construction providing ESR below 10 mΩ and ESL in the picohenry range for effective high-frequency decoupling
- RoHS and REACH compliant with Pb-free (e3) termination finish for lead-free assembly compatibility
- Surface mount design compatible with standard 0603 reflow soldering processes
Applications
The GRM188R61C106MA73D is widely used as a bulk decoupling and bypass capacitor on power rails in smartphones, wearables, IoT modules, and industrial sensor boards where board space is limited. Its 10 µF X5R ceramic capacitor provides stable capacitance from -40°C to +85°C, making it reliable in power management circuits, LDO output filtering, and DC-DC converter input and output stages. The 0603 SMT footprint allows placement close to power supply pins for optimal high-frequency noise suppression.
Specifications
| Pbfree Code | Yes |
| Reach Compliance Code | Compliant |
| Factory Lead Time | 10Weeks |
| YTEOL | 7 |
| Capacitance | 10 µF |
| Capacitor Type | CERAMIC CAPACITOR |
| Dielectric Material | CERAMIC |
| Height | 0.8mm |
| JESD-609 Code | e3 |
| Mounting Feature | SURFACE MOUNT |
| Multilayer | YES |
| Negative Tolerance | 20% |
| Package Shape | RECTANGULAR PACKAGE |
| Package Style | SMT |
| Packing Method | 180mm Reel W8P4 |
| Positive Tolerance | 20% |
| Rated (DC) Voltage (URdc) | 16V |
| Size Code | 1608M/0603 |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Temperature Characteristics Code | X5R |
| Temperature Coefficient | 15% ppm/°C |
| Terminal Finish | Matte Tin (Sn) - with Nickel (Ni) barrier |
| Terminal Shape | WRAPAROUND |
| Package | Other |
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
How does the X5R dielectric characteristic of GRM188R61C106MA73D affect its capacitance stability across operating temperature?
The X5R dielectric in GRM188R61C106MA73D maintains capacitance within ±15% from -55°C to +85°C, compared to Y5V types that can lose over 80% of their rated 10 µF at temperature extremes. This makes X5R suitable for decoupling applications in industrial and consumer products exposed to wide ambient temperature swings.
At what voltage rating should GRM188R61C106MA73D be derated for long-term reliability in 5 V DC power rail designs?
GRM188R61C106MA73D is rated at 16 V, and for MLCCs on 5 V rails, a 2:1 derating to 8 V minimum is commonly applied. At 5 V applied voltage the 10 µF X5R ceramic capacitor retains approximately 70-80% of its nominal capacitance, which is adequate for most bulk bypass and decoupling functions.
Can GRM188R61C106MA73D replace a 10 µF tantalum capacitor in an LDO output filter, and what are the tradeoffs?
Yes, GRM188R61C106MA73D can replace a 10 µF tantalum in an LDO output filter. The ceramic capacitor offers much lower ESR (often below 5 mΩ) compared to tantalum, which reduces output voltage ripple. However, ceramic MLCCs lack the minimum ESR required by some older LDO stability specifications, so verify the LDO datasheet allows capacitors with very low ESR.
What package size and height does GRM188R61C106MA73D use, and does it fit standard 0603 PCB land patterns?
GRM188R61C106MA73D uses the 0603 (1608 metric) SMT package measuring 1.6 mm x 0.8 mm with 0.8 mm body height, fully compatible with standard IPC-7351 0603 land patterns. This compact footprint enables placement in dense power management and signal conditioning layouts on multilayer PCBs.
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