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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CHEMI-CON 1000 μF Capacitor 200V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 914-3695
  • Mfr. Part No. ELXS201VSN102MR30S
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 136,62(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. 360-063
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 25,85(exc. VAT)
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Rubycon 220 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 35ZLJ220M8X16 PC Pin
  • RS stock no. 725-8978
  • Mfr. Part No. 35ZLJ220M8X16
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 45,64(exc. VAT)
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Nichicon 330 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 846-7218
  • Mfr. Part No. LLS2W331MELB
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 113,38(exc. VAT)
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EPCOS 15000 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 209-8643
  • Mfr. Part No. B41252A7159M060
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 111,35(exc. VAT)
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KEMET 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS stock no. 264-4416
  • Mfr. Part No. C0805C104K5RACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 22,625(exc. VAT)
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Wurth Elektronik 3 F Supercapacitor -10 to 30 % Tolerance, WCAP-STSC 2.7V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 185-5558
  • Mfr. Part No. 850617030001
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
R 127,90(exc. VAT)
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Ducati Energia 4.16.10 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 20 μF 450V ac, Plug-in
  • RS stock no. 135-3590
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.10.25.06
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 244,90(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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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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WIMA FKP2 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 10 nF 63 V dc 40V ac, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 115-758
  • Mfr. Part No. FKP2/0.01/63/5
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 179,40(exc. VAT)
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Wurth Elektronik 470 μF Capacitor 200V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 275-9175
  • Mfr. Part No. 861011084009
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 55,11(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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Nichicon 4700 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Snap-in - LGU1J472MELA
  • RS stock no. 846-6962
  • Mfr. Part No. LGU1J472MELA
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 90,60(exc. VAT)
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Nichicon 6800 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Snap-in - LLS1J682MELB
  • RS stock no. 846-7120
  • Mfr. Part No. LLS1J682MELB
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 94,89(exc. VAT)
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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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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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Panasonic 390 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1V391L Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 708-3813
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1V391L
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 130,29(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 47 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFC1H470 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 572-198
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1H470
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 39,40(exc. VAT)
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Rubycon 1000 μF Capacitor 6.3V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 749-7123
  • Mfr. Part No. 6.3YXJ1000M8X11.5
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 47,15(exc. VAT)
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