Murata :production of two new multilayer ceramic capacitors for automotive applications
the NFM15HC105D0G3,
which is the world’s smallest*1 0402 inch size(1.0×0.5mm) three-terminal low-ESL multilayer ceramic capacitor,
the NFM18HC106D0G3,
which is the three-terminal low-ESL multilayer ceramic capacitor with the world’s highest capacitance of 10µF in 0603 inch size(1.6×0.8mm)
*1 Based on an internal study. As of April 22.
The emergence of automotive technologies
such as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)
autonomous driving
is leading to an increase in the number of microprocessors used in each vehicle. To ensure that these components work correctly, vehicles are also being equipped with more multilayer ceramic capacitors.
At the same time,
there is a strong demand for automotive multilayer ceramic capacitors
that combine higher capacitance with smaller size and improved high-frequency characteristics with low ESL in order to help automakers save space by reducing the parts count while increasing reliability.
By employing Murata’s own
- thin-layer technology
- high-precision lamination technology
- with fine-particle and homogenization technology
for ceramic and electrode materials,
the NFM15HC105D0G3
achieves a volume about 60% smaller than that of Murata’s conventional products with the same capacitance,
the NFM18HC106D0G3
features a capacitance about ten times higher than that of Murata’s similar-sized conventional products.
Murata will continue expanding its lineup to meet market needs and contribute to advancing automotive performance and features.
Main specifications Product name
NFM15HC105D0G3 NFM18HC106D0G3
- Size (L x W x T) 1.0mm×0.5mm×0.4mm 1.6mm×0.8mm×1.25mm
- Capacitance 1µF 10µF
- Capacitance tolerance ±20% ±20%
- Usage temperature range -55～＋125°C -55～＋125°C
- Rated voltage 4Vdc 4Vdc
- Other AEC-Q200*2 compliant AEC-Q200*2 compliant
*2 Industry standard for passive components (capacitors, inductors, etc.) set by the Automobile Electronics Council