GRM0335C1E180JD01D

Compact 18pF ceramic capacitors for surface-mount electronic circuits

Manufacturer: murata

series introduction

# Introduction to the GRM0335C1E180JD01D Product Series

## 1. Overview
The GRM0335C1E180JD01D product series belongs to the realm of electronic components, specifically capacitors. Capacitors are fundamental building - blocks in electronic circuits, and this series offers unique features and performance characteristics that make it suitable for a wide range of applications.

## 2. Product Nomenclature Breakdown
- **GRM**: This is often the product family or series code assigned by the manufacturer. It represents a specific line of capacitors with certain design and performance traits that are consistent within the series.
- **0335**: This part of the code may refer to the physical dimensions of the capacitor. It could indicate the length and width of the component, which is crucial for PCB (Printed Circuit Board) layout and design. For example, it might represent a particular size standard that allows for easy integration with other components on the board.
- **C**: This letter can denote the dielectric material used in the capacitor. Different dielectric materials have different electrical properties such as capacitance stability, temperature coefficient, and dielectric strength. The 'C' - type dielectric in this series is likely to have specific characteristics that influence the overall performance of the capacitor.
- **1E**: This could be related to the rated voltage of the capacitor. The manufacturer uses a specific coding system to represent different voltage ratings, and '1E' would correspond to a particular voltage value that the capacitor can safely handle in a circuit.
- **180**: This indicates the capacitance value of the capacitor. In this case, the capacitance is 18 pF (picofarads). Capacitance is a measure of the capacitor's ability to store electrical charge, and a value of 18 pF is suitable for applications where small amounts of charge storage and high - frequency performance are required.
- **J**: The letter 'J' represents the tolerance of the capacitance value. A 'J' tolerance typically means that the actual capacitance of the capacitor can vary by ±5% from the nominal value of 18 pF. This level of tolerance is important in circuits where precise capacitance values are necessary for proper operation.
- **D01D**: This part of the code may be a manufacturer - specific code for additional features, production batch information, or a particular version of the product within the series.

## 3. Electrical Characteristics

### Capacitance
As mentioned earlier, the nominal capacitance of the GRM0335C1E180JD01D series is 18 pF. This relatively small capacitance value makes it ideal for high - frequency applications such as RF (Radio Frequency) circuits. In RF circuits, capacitors are used for impedance matching, filtering, and coupling. The 18 pF capacitor can help in fine - tuning the resonance frequency of an RF circuit, ensuring optimal performance.

### Voltage Rating
The voltage rating indicated by the '1E' code is designed to ensure the safe operation of the capacitor under specific voltage conditions. When the capacitor is used in a circuit, the applied voltage should not exceed this rated value. Exceeding the voltage rating can lead to dielectric breakdown, which can damage the capacitor and potentially cause the entire circuit to malfunction.

### Tolerance
With a ±5% tolerance, the actual capacitance of the GRM0335C1E180JD01D capacitor can range from 17.1 pF to 18.9 pF. This level of precision is important in applications where the circuit performance is highly sensitive to capacitance variations. For example, in a frequency - selective filter circuit, a small change in capacitance can significantly affect the filter's cutoff frequency and overall frequency response.

### Temperature Co

Images for reference

0201-0603

0201-0603

GRM Series_0201

GRM Series_0201

Image Preview

Image Preview

Datasheets

Partlist

GRM0335C1E180JD01D