What are the key specifications of this capacitor?

It offers a capacitance of 10nF, a rated voltage of 100V DC, a ±10% tolerance, and uses X7R temperature characteristics.

Is this component suitable for automotive use?

Yes, it is AEC-Q200 qualified, which indicates it has passed rigorous stress tests required for automotive electronic components.

What should engineers review before using this MLCC?

Engineers should review the board layout to minimize mechanical stress, consider the DC voltage bias effect on capacitance, and ensure the operating temperature remains within the -55°C to +125°C range.

What are the sourcing risks for this component?

As an automotive-grade component from a major manufacturer, it generally has stable availability, but users should confirm stock levels for high-volume production.

What is the pinout of GCM188R72A103KA37D?

Use the GCM188R72A103KA37D datasheet for the official pinout diagram and pin names. In PartGenie, ask Datasheet AI about GCM188R72A103KA37D pinout to locate pins, power rails, and interface signals before layout.

GCM188R72A103KA37D Datasheet, Specs, Alternatives & ECAD | Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

AI summary

The GCM188R72A103KA37D is a 10nF, 100V automotive-grade MLCC from Murata, featuring X7R dielectric and AEC-Q200 qualification for high-reliability applications.

Best for

Automotive electronic control units
Automotive sensor circuits
General high-reliability automotive applications

Avoid if

The circuit requires extremely tight capacitance stability over wide voltage swings (consider C0G/NP0 if needed).
The application is not automotive and a lower-cost commercial-grade part is sufficient.

Check before use

Ensure the board design minimizes mechanical stress to prevent cracking.
Verify the DC bias characteristics in the actual operating voltage.

Key specifications

Capacitance: 10 nF
Rated Voltage: 100 V
Tolerance: ±10%
Dielectric: X7R

Compliance & Environment

RoHS: Y
REACH: -
MSL: -
ECCN: EAR99
HTSUS: 8532240020.0

Application

Automotive ElectronicsIndustrial Control

Datasheet

Murata-company-16.pdf

800 KB

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Alternative components

Part	Details	Match
CC0603KRX7R0BB103Yageo	Pin-compatible form factor with matching electricals, but lacks automotive AEC-Q200 qualification.	Needs validation

GRM31BR72J103KW01LMurata Electronics	Functionally similar with higher voltage, but in a larger 1206 package and is not automotive grade.	Needs validation
CC0402KRX7R0BB103Yageo	Functionally similar with matching electricals, but in a smaller 0402 package and is not automotive grade.	Needs validation
CC0805KRX7R0BB103Yageo	Functionally similar with matching electricals, but in a larger 0805 package and is not automotive grade.	Needs validation

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Questions & answers

It is a surface-mount multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) manufactured by Murata, specifically designed for automotive electronic equipment.

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Best for

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Check before use

Key specifications

Compliance & Environment

Application

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