Murata Launches Seven High-Capacitance Automotive MLCCs for ADAS and Autonomous Driving
Event summary
- Murata has begun mass production of seven AEC-Q200-qualified automotive MLCCs with world-leading capacitance for their rated voltage and size.
- Five low-voltage MLCCs target IC peripheral circuits in ADAS and autonomous driving applications, while two medium-voltage MLCCs are designed for in-vehicle power lines.
- The new MLCCs reduce PCB mounting area by up to 61%, enhancing design flexibility and system stability.
- Murata achieved a capacitance of 100 µF in the 1206-inch size, previously only available in larger sizes.
The big picture
As ADAS and autonomous driving technologies advance, the demand for high-capacitance, low-voltage MLCCs has surged to ensure stable operation of complex in-vehicle systems. Murata's new lineup addresses critical space constraints on PCBs while supporting higher performance requirements, positioning the company as a key supplier in the evolving automotive electronics market.
What we're watching
- Market Adoption
- How quickly automotive manufacturers will integrate these high-capacitance MLCCs into next-generation ADAS and autonomous driving systems.
- Competitive Response
- Whether competitors like TDK or KYOCERA will accelerate their own developments in high-capacitance automotive components to match Murata's advancements.
- Design Innovation
- The pace at which these MLCCs enable more compact and efficient designs in electric and autonomous vehicles, potentially reducing overall system costs.
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