Capacitors

Capacitors are passive electrical components found in almost all electronics applications. Our range includes over 60,000 different capacitors including aluminium, tantalum, polymer, polyester film and ceramic capacitors. We source from globally renowned manufacturers AVX, Murata, KEMET, Panasonic, TDK and many more, so that you can rely on performance.

What is a capacitor and what does it do?

A capacitor is a device used to store energy as an electric charge, similar to a battery but they are able to release the charge much faster. The amount it's able to store is known as capacitance, this is measured in Farads (F). They comprise 2 metal plates (conductors) separated by an electrical insulator (dielectric).

What capacitor types are available?

There are many different types available with detailed specifications for their required function. The main elements are available in varying materials and these determine many properties of the capacitor. Some factors to consider are:

  • Metal plate material - e.g silver, tantalum, aluminium
  • Dielectric plate material - paper, film, ceramic, glass
  • Max voltage - cannot be exceeded or the device will break
  • Size - capacitance and dimensions
  • Tolerance - variance on the capacitance value
  • Mounting type - how it is fixed to the circuit
  • ESR (Equivalent series resistance) - resistance of the terminals

Applications of capacitors

Capacitors are found all around us, they are used in most electronics from fans to hybrid electric cars - there are over 500 just in a typical smartphone. Here are some of their uses:

  • Decoupling capacitors - can control high-frequency noise, removing voltage ripples from the power supply.
  • Energy storage and supply - deliver stored energy bursts quickly, like a camera flash for example.
  • Signal filtering - they are able to block low-frequency signals and allow higher-frequencies to pass through. Useful in telecommunications.
Aluminium Capacitors
Aluminium Capacitors
Array Capacitors
Array Capacitors
Capacitors Accessories
Capacitors Accessories
Feedthrough Capacitors
Feedthrough Capacitors
Film Capacitors
Film Capacitors
MLCCs - Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors
MLCCs - Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors
Mica Capacitors
Mica Capacitors
Multilayer Organic Capacitors
Multilayer Organic Capacitors
Niobium Oxide Capacitors
Niobium Oxide Capacitors
Polymer Capacitors
Polymer Capacitors
Power Factor Correction Capacitors
Power Factor Correction Capacitors
Single Layer Ceramic Capacitors
Single Layer Ceramic Capacitors
Supercapacitors
Supercapacitors
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Tantalum Capacitors
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Panasonic 1000 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 6.3V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR0J102 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 766-0040
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR0J102
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 57,13(exc. VAT)
R 5,713/unit
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Panasonic 10 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1HM100 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 228-6874
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1HM100
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 19,96(exc. VAT)
R 3,992/unit
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Nichicon 68 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 845-4629
  • Mfr. Part No. ULD2W680MHD
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 97,71(exc. VAT)
R 97,71/unit
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Vishay 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 852-3270
  • Mfr. Part No. K104K15X7RF53H5
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 4,75(exc. VAT)
R 4,75/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 150 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 840-4740
  • Mfr. Part No. 860021381022
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 119,01(exc. VAT)
R 119,01/unit
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Panasonic 10 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Surface Solder 2000
  • RS stock no. 568-840P
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFP1C100AR
Subtotal 5 units (supplied as a tape)
R 43,70(exc. VAT)
R 8,74/unit
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Panasonic 47 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 240-3895
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1E470B
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 39,55(exc. VAT)
R 3,955/unit
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Panasonic 100 μF Electrolytic Capacitor 50V, Radial - EEUFR1H101B Radial
  • RS stock no. 759-133
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1H101B
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 50,82(exc. VAT)
R 10,164/unit
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Panasonic ECWFJ Polypropylene Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 1.5 μF 700 V, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 799-841P
  • Mfr. Part No. ECWFJ70155JA
Subtotal 1 unit (supplied in a tray)
R 19,96(exc. VAT)
R 19,96/unit
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RS PRO 220 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 711-0808
Subtotal (1 pack of 100 units)
R 154,50(exc. VAT)
R 1,545/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 1 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 839-9351
  • Mfr. Part No. 860160672002
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 66,20(exc. VAT)
R 2,648/unit
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Panasonic 3300 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 923-3265
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1HHG332
Subtotal (1 bag of 50 units)
R 1 987,85(exc. VAT)
R 39,757/unit
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Panasonic 100 μF Polymer Capacitor 16V dc, Surface - 16SVT100M
  • RS stock no. 210-5560
  • Mfr. Part No. 16SVT100M
Subtotal (1 tape of 2 units)
R 52,52(exc. VAT)
R 26,26/unit
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TDK B32926 Film Capacitor 10 μF 305V ac 305 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 194-3439
  • Mfr. Part No. B32926C3106K000
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 170,64(exc. VAT)
R 170,64/unit
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RS PRO 1000 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 181-5489
Subtotal (1 pack of 20 units)
R 169,34(exc. VAT)
R 8,467/unit
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Cornell-Dubilier 22000 μF Capacitor 50V dc - 380LX223M050A052
  • RS stock no. 871-4277
  • Mfr. Part No. 380LX223M050A052
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 161,12(exc. VAT)
R 161,12/unit
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TDK B32672L Film Capacitor 12 nF 700V ac 2 kV dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 882-9238
  • Mfr. Part No. B32672L8123J000
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 73,14(exc. VAT)
R 7,314/unit
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Panasonic 47 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFC1C470 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 571-757
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1C470
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 31,23(exc. VAT)
R 6,246/unit
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Panasonic 33 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Through Hole - EEUFR1V330 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 747-2008
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1V330
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 83,425(exc. VAT)
R 3,337/unit
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KEMET R73 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 2.2 nF 1.6 kV dc 450V ac, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 171-9156
  • Mfr. Part No. R73TI12204000J
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 107,44(exc. VAT)
R 10,744/unit
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