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
Tantalum Capacitors
Tantalum Capacitors
Variable Trimmer Capacitors
Variable Trimmer Capacitors

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Panasonic 10 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1HHG100 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 365-4240
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1HHG100
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 28,35(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 220 μF Capacitor 35V dc
  • RS stock no. 276-6123
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 66,02(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 150 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Through Hole - EEUFC1V151 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 315-0704
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1V151
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 47,15(exc. VAT)
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Vishay 1000 μF Capacitor 200V dc, Snap-in - MAL215942102E3 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 749-2330
  • Mfr. Part No. MAL215942102E3
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 311,46(exc. VAT)
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KEMET 22 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 200V dc, ±5 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 538-1219
  • Mfr. Part No. C315C220J2G5TA
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 31,73(exc. VAT)
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WIMA MKS2 Film Capacitor 220 nF 63V ac 100 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 108-2722
  • Mfr. Part No. MKS2D032201C00KSSD
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 64,67(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 100 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 25V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 240-3880
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1E101B
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 49,33(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 15 pF Mica Capacitor 500V dc 0.5 pF Tolerance, D Radial
  • RS stock no. 495-644
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 381,11(exc. VAT)
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EPCOS B32529 Polyester Capacitor (PET) 4.7 nF 63V ac 63 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 241-6557
  • Mfr. Part No. B32529C0472K000
Subtotal (1 bag of 5 units)
R 13,38(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 1000 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 711-1637
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 134,14(exc. VAT)
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KEMET 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 538-1427
  • Mfr. Part No. C322C104K1R5TA
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 27,15(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 1000 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole - ECA1HHG102 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 365-4329
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1HHG102
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 139,03(exc. VAT)
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CHEMI-CON 470 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Snap-in - EKMQ451VSN471MA45S
  • RS stock no. 841-4753
  • Mfr. Part No. EKMQ451VSN471MA45S
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 108,19(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 4 F Supercapacitor -20 to 80 % Tolerance, EDLC Goldcap 5.5V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 360-061
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 26,56(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 1 nF Mica Capacitor 500V dc ±1 % Tolerance, D Radial
  • RS stock no. 495-868
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 788,50(exc. VAT)
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Rubycon 470 μF Capacitor 6.3V dc, Through Hole - 6.3YXF470M8X11.5 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 224-4094
  • Mfr. Part No. 6.3YXF470M8X11.5
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 25,87(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 470 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 711-1283
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 69,175(exc. VAT)
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EPCOS B32529 Polyester Capacitor (PET) 22 nF 63V ac 63 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 241-6540
  • Mfr. Part No. B32529C0223J289
Subtotal (1 bag of 5 units)
R 26,24(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 470 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1V471L Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 739-6822
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1V471L
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 105,42(exc. VAT)
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EPCOS 1200 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 209-8690
  • Mfr. Part No. B43630A9128M060
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 282,60(exc. VAT)
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