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Murata Electronics

Murata Manufacturing is a global leader in the design and manufacture of passive electronic components, including ceramic capacitors, inductors, filters, sensors, and communication modules.

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Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a Japanese manufacturer of electronic components headquartered in Nagaokakyo, Kyoto. Since 1944, Murata has contributed to the evolution of the electronics industry with innovation across a broad spectrum of applications. Today, Murata is a global enterprise with over 80,000 employees and 84 subsidiaries across 24 countries.

Murata holds a dominant market share worldwide in ceramic filters, high-frequency parts, and sensors. Their extensive product portfolio includes:

  • Capacitors: Ceramic (MLCC), polymer aluminum, single-layer microchip, variable, silicon, and film capacitors
  • Inductors: Chip inductors, power inductors, and common mode chokes
  • Filters: Ceramic filters, SAW filters, and EMI suppression components
  • Sensors: Gyroscopes, accelerometers, and environmental sensors
  • Modules: RF modules, power converters, and wireless communication modules

Murata's manufacturing technologies include thin-film, thick-film, and LTCC (Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramics), enabling advanced integrated components for automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and telecommunications applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murata best known for manufacturing?
Murata is best known for multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), where they hold the largest global market share. They also lead in ceramic filters, inductors, and high-frequency RF components.
Does Murata manufacture automotive-grade components?
Yes, Murata produces automotive-grade MLCCs and other components designed to meet the stringent requirements of automotive electronics, including AEC-Q200 qualified passive components.
What industries use Murata components?
Murata components are used in smartphones, automotive electronics, industrial equipment, medical devices, IoT applications, telecommunications infrastructure, and consumer electronics.
Does Murata offer wireless and RF modules?
Yes, Murata manufactures a wide range of wireless communication modules including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, cellular, and LPWAN modules, as well as RF filters and front-end components.