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 10 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Surface Solder - EEEFK1H100P D
  • RS stock no. 708-3510
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFK1H100P
Subtotal (25 units, in packs of 25)
R 99,575(exc. VAT)
R 3,983/unit
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KEMET C4AQ Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 25 μF 1.1 kV dc, PCB
  • RS stock no. 174-4438
  • Mfr. Part No. C4AQQBW5250A3OJ
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 158,38(exc. VAT)
R 158,38/unit
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Nichicon 470 μF Capacitor 200V dc, Snap-in - LGU2D471MELB
  • RS stock no. 844-2821
  • Mfr. Part No. LGU2D471MELB
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 71,56(exc. VAT)
R 71,56/unit
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Panasonic 47 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Surface Solder - EEEHBV470UAP 1000
  • RS stock no. 569-467
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEHBV470UAP
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 74,11(exc. VAT)
R 14,822/unit
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Panasonic 22 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFC1J220 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 315-0940
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1J220
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 39,25(exc. VAT)
R 7,85/unit
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Panasonic 330 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial - EEUFC1V331 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 315-0732
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1V331
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 82,50(exc. VAT)
R 16,50/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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TDK 10 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±20 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 242-7526
  • Mfr. Part No. CGA9N3X7S2A106M230KB
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 37,24(exc. VAT)
R 37,24/unit
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Panasonic 68 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole - EEHAZC1H680B
  • RS stock no. 210-5664
  • Mfr. Part No. EEHAZC1H680B
Subtotal (2 units, on tapes of 2)
R 49,70(exc. VAT)
R 24,85/unit
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Panasonic 330 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Radial - EEUFM1C331 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 526-1339
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFM1C331
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 49,71(exc. VAT)
R 9,942/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 180 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 840-4753
  • Mfr. Part No. 860021381024
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 162,86(exc. VAT)
R 162,86/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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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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KYOCERA AVX 47 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 200V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 698-4096
  • Mfr. Part No. 08052U470JAT2A
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
R 29,30(exc. VAT)
R 5,86/unit
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Murata 4.7 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 247-8140
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM319R61H475KA12D
Subtotal (10 units, on tapes of 10)
R 21,66(exc. VAT)
R 2,166/unit
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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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KEMET R82 Film Capacitor, ±10 %, 1.5 μF 63 V dc 40V ac, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 126-2271
  • Mfr. Part No. R82DC4150Z360K
Subtotal (20 units, in packs of 20)
R 185,76(exc. VAT)
R 9,288/unit
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KYOCERA AVX 10 μF Surface Polymer Capacitor, 10V dc
  • RS stock no. 182-0006P
  • Mfr. Part No. TCJA106M010R0200
Subtotal (10 units, supplied on a continuous strip)
R 69,73(exc. VAT)
R 6,973/unit
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KEMET 4.7 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 146-3555
  • Mfr. Part No. C315C472K5R5TA
Subtotal (20 units, in packs of 20)
R 47,78(exc. VAT)
R 2,389/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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