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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Murata 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 190-2931
  • Mfr. Part No. RDER71H104K0K1H03B
Subtotal (10 units, in packs of 10)
R 40,72(exc. VAT)
R 4,072/unit
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Panasonic 100 μF Capacitor 6.3V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECEA0JKS101 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 116-767
  • Mfr. Part No. ECEA0JKS101
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 29,38(exc. VAT)
R 5,876/unit
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Nichicon 1000 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UPW1V102MHD Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 715-2779
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW1V102MHD
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 105,68(exc. VAT)
R 21,136/unit
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TDK B32529 Polyester Capacitor (PET) 22 nF 63V ac 63 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 241-6540
  • Mfr. Part No. B32529C0223J289
Subtotal (5 units, in bags of 5)
R 26,79(exc. VAT)
R 5,358/unit
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Yageo 1 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 198-8374
  • Mfr. Part No. CS1206KRX7R9BB102
Subtotal (10 units, on tapes of 10)
R 16,99(exc. VAT)
R 1,699/unit
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Panasonic 22 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEAFC1E220 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 449-1012
  • Mfr. Part No. EEAFC1E220
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 32,94(exc. VAT)
R 6,588/unit
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Vishay 18 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±1 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 272-7842
  • Mfr. Part No. VJ0603A180FXACW1BC
Subtotal (100 units, on tapes of 100)
R 129,70(exc. VAT)
R 1,297/unit
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KEMET 3300 μF Capacitor 100V dc, Screw
  • RS stock no. 144-3406
  • Mfr. Part No. ALS71A332DA100
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 272,58(exc. VAT)
R 272,58/unit
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KEMET 1 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 16V dc, Surface, T491 Series
  • RS stock no. 170-0245
  • Mfr. Part No. T491A105K016AT
Subtotal (2000 units, on reels of 2000)
R 3 150,00(exc. VAT)
R 1,575/unit
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TDK B32526 Film Capacitor 33 μF 100V ac 100 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 896-1278
  • Mfr. Part No. B32526T1336K000
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 162,34(exc. VAT)
R 162,34/unit
Last RS stock
Rubycon 220 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 16ZLH220MEFC6.3X11
  • RS stock no. 703-7497
  • Mfr. Part No. 16ZLH220MEFC6.3X11
Subtotal (25 units, in packs of 25)
R 57,525(exc. VAT)
R 2,301/unit
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Nichicon 270 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 846-6843
  • Mfr. Part No. LGL2G271MELZ35
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 144,48(exc. VAT)
R 144,48/unit
Limited stock
Panasonic 470 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFC1H471L Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 572-300
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1H471L
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 116,32(exc. VAT)
R 23,264/unit
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KEMET 10 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 264-4494
  • Mfr. Part No. C0603C100J5GACTU
Subtotal (25 units, in packs of 25)
R 21,45(exc. VAT)
R 0,858/unit
Last RS stock
KEMET Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 10 nF 300V ac ±20 % Y5V Dielectric, C900, Through Hole 125 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS stock no. 877-3677
  • Mfr. Part No. C981U103MZVDBA7317
Subtotal (10 units, in packs of 10)
R 72,51(exc. VAT)
R 7,251/unit
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KEMET R75 Polypropylene Capacitor, 5 %, 8.2 nF 1.6 kV dc 650V ac, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 212-6779
  • Mfr. Part No. R75TI182050H3J
Subtotal (10 units, in packs of 10)
R 69,24(exc. VAT)
R 6,924/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 22 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, ±20 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 242-1119P
  • Mfr. Part No. 885012109014
Subtotal (1 unit, supplied on a continuous strip)
R 29,90(exc. VAT)
R 29,90/unit
Temporarily out of stock
Panasonic ECWFE Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 4.7 μF 450 V dc 450V ac, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 105-1085
  • Mfr. Part No. ECWFE2W475J
Subtotal (10 units, in bags of 10)
R 204,63(exc. VAT)
R 20,463/unit
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Panasonic 10 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Surface Solder - EEEFKV100UAR 2000
  • RS stock no. 565-633
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFKV100UAR
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 34,57(exc. VAT)
R 6,914/unit
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KEMET 2.2 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 538-1477
  • Mfr. Part No. C322C222K1R5TA
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 22,33(exc. VAT)
R 4,466/unit
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