Redefining miniaturisation with smallest 006003-inch MLCC

Murata Manufacturing Co. Ltd has expanded its innovative range of MLCCs with yet another groundbreaking addition. Exemplifying the company's continual commitment to minimisation, it has developed the world's first 006003" size (0.16mm x 0.08mm) MLCC. This accomplishment represents a volume ratio approximately 75% lower than the existing smallest product, the 008004" size (0.25m × 0.125mm).

In recent years, as electronic devices become more sophisticated and compact, the number of electronic components installed has increased while simultaneously reducing the space needed for installation. As electronic devices continue to advance in intelligence, there has been a corresponding increase in the inclusion of MLCCs across all electronic devices, with the latest smartphones using up to 1000 units. Against this background, there is a growing need for ultra-compact products that allow high-density component mounting with limited mounting space.

Since its inception in 1944, the company has been committed to exploring and advancing ceramic capacitors, nurturing its unparalleled understanding of raw materials, manufacturing processes, and production technologies. In 2014, it successfully brought to market the world's first 008004" size (0.25mm × 0.125mm) multilayer ceramic capacitors, which have experienced growing utilisation in smartphone modules and wearable devices. The creation of this MLCC is the outcome of years of focused R&D in elemental technologies, resulting in a device that measures just 0.16mm x 0.08mm x 0.08mm (L/W/T).

"Under our slogan 'Innovator in Electronics' we will continue to lead the electronics industry by providing innovative products and developing technologies," said Hidetoshi Nakagawa, general manager of Ceramic Capacitor Marketing at Murata Manufacturing Co Ltd. He continued, "This product is another world's first in a long line of Murata's market-defining MLCCs and will significantly contribute to the future miniaturisation and improvement of our customer's electronic devices."

This revolutionary product will be showcased at CEATEC JAPAN 2024 event on October 15, 2024.