World’s first 0302 1.0µF 2-element capacitor array from Murata cuts mounting space and costs in mobile devices

Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has introduced the world’s first 0.9 x 0.6mm (0302) 1.0?F 2-element capacitor array, part number GNM0M2R60E105M. This new 0302-size 2-element capacitor array has achieved 1.0?F per element, which is unprecedented even for a single 0.6 x 0.3 mm (0201) device.

Capacitor array products help to reduce mounting surface area and mounting costs compared to mounting multiple monolithic capacitors. Due to its structure, a capacitor array can achieve greater capacitance in the same footprint compared to multiple monolithic capacitors. By applying Murata's cutting-edge dielectric material technology, each element of the 0302 capacitor array is able to achieve 1?F with higher capacitance than current technology allows for a single 0201 ceramic capacitor.

The GNM0M2R60E105M capacitor array is suitable for general use although the 1?F model is typically used as a decoupling capacitor for mobile phones, mobile PCs, and digital AV equipment. Samples are available now.