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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KEMET R76 Polypropylene Capacitor, ±5 %, 1 nF 630 V dc 250V ac
  • RS stock no. 135-3474
  • Mfr. Part No. R76PD1100SE00J
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 94,41(exc. VAT)
R 9,441/unit
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CHEMI-CON 15 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 756-7664P
  • Mfr. Part No. EKXJ451ELL150MJ25S
Subtotal 5 units (supplied in a bag)
R 100,40(exc. VAT)
R 20,08/unit
Temporarily out of stock
Murata 22 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 247-8183
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM32ER71E226KE15L
Subtotal (1 tape of 10 units)
R 137,38(exc. VAT)
R 13,738/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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Vishay Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 1 nF 500V ac ±20 % Y5U Dielectric, AY1, Through Hole 125 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS stock no. 183-7395
  • Mfr. Part No. AY1102M37Y5UC63L0
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 124,125(exc. VAT)
R 4,965/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 PME271 Paper Capacitor X2 275V ac 275 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 311-1030
  • Mfr. Part No. PME271MD6100MR30
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 231,34(exc. VAT)
R 46,268/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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Yageo 47 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 198-8043P
  • Mfr. Part No. CC0805JRNPO9BN470
Subtotal 250 units (supplied on a reel)
R 76,00(exc. VAT)
R 0,304/unit
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TDK B32653 Film Capacitor 100 nF 1kV ac 1 kV dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 896-1638
  • Mfr. Part No. B32653A0104J000
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 122,66(exc. VAT)
R 24,532/unit
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Panasonic 10 μF Capacitor 100V dc, Radial - ECA2AM100 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 228-7079
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA2AM100
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 22,41(exc. VAT)
R 4,482/unit
Last RS stock
TDK B32778 Film Capacitor 27 μF 1.1kV ac 1.1 kV dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 194-3730
  • Mfr. Part No. B32778G1276K000
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 311,16(exc. VAT)
R 311,16/unit
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KEMET 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 891-9781
  • Mfr. Part No. C1206C105K1RACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 20 units)
R 82,64(exc. VAT)
R 4,132/unit
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Panasonic ECWFJ Film Capacitor, 5 %, 7 μF 800 V dc 800V ac, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 637-821
  • Mfr. Part No. ECWFJ80705JA
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 62,02(exc. VAT)
R 62,02/unit
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KYOCERA AVX 0.33 F Supercapacitor -10 to 30 % Tolerance, SCM 9V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 186-2202
  • Mfr. Part No. SCMR14L334SSBB0
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 99,43(exc. VAT)
R 99,43/unit
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TDK B32653 Film Capacitor 220 nF 630V ac 630 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 194-3666
  • Mfr. Part No. B32653A6224K000
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 148,00(exc. VAT)
R 14,80/unit
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Panasonic 470 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1E471 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 708-3721
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1E471
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 82,36(exc. VAT)
R 8,236/unit
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Nichicon 4700 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UVY1E472MHD Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 222-9640
  • Mfr. Part No. UVY1E472MHD
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 122,62(exc. VAT)
R 24,524/unit
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TDK 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, +10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 194-0550
  • Mfr. Part No. FG28X5R1H105KRT00
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 22,55(exc. VAT)
R 2,255/unit
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KEMET PME271 Paper Capacitor X2 275V ac 275 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 210-500
  • Mfr. Part No. PME271M610MR30
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 204,62(exc. VAT)
R 40,924/unit
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