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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Eaton 10 F Supercapacitor -10 to 30 % Tolerance, Supercap HV 2.7V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 763-7769
  • Mfr. Part No. HV1030-2R7106-R
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 53,18(exc. VAT)
R 53,18/unit
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KEMET 100 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 200V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 147-976
  • Mfr. Part No. C0805C101J2GACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 31,45(exc. VAT)
R 1,258/unit
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Nichicon 10000 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 846-6906
  • Mfr. Part No. LGU1C103MELZ
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
R 118,37(exc. VAT)
R 59,185/unit
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Nichicon 100 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 243-7288
  • Mfr. Part No. UHE1H101MPD1TD
Subtotal (1 tape of 10 units)
R 77,69(exc. VAT)
R 7,769/unit
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TDK 15000 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 771-4719
  • Mfr. Part No. B41252A6159M060
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 171,55(exc. VAT)
R 171,55/unit
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RS PRO 1 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 711-2015
Subtotal (1 pack of 50 units)
R 149,70(exc. VAT)
R 2,994/unit
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Murata 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±15 %, Through Hole Solder
  • RS stock no. 841-0755P
  • Mfr. Part No. RCER71H105K2M1H03A
Subtotal 10 units (supplied as a tape)
R 61,80(exc. VAT)
R 6,18/unit
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TDK 330 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 242-7498
  • Mfr. Part No. CGA4J2X7R1H334K125AA
Subtotal (1 pack of 50 units)
R 80,55(exc. VAT)
R 1,611/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 330 μF Surface Aluminium Polymer Capacitor, 50V dc
  • RS stock no. 275-9337
  • Mfr. Part No. 865230657014
Subtotal (1 tape of 10 units)
R 316,03(exc. VAT)
R 31,603/unit
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TDK B32642B Film Capacitor 100 nF 630V ac 630 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 194-3710
  • Mfr. Part No. B32642B6104J000
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 178,83(exc. VAT)
R 17,883/unit
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KEMET 2200 μF Capacitor 100V dc, Screw - ALS40A222DB100
  • RS stock no. 381-9920
  • Mfr. Part No. ALS40A222DB100
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 324,57(exc. VAT)
R 324,57/unit
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KEMET PME271 Paper Capacitor X2 275V ac 275 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 210-516
  • Mfr. Part No. PME271M615KR30
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 129,53(exc. VAT)
R 25,906/unit
In Stock
Samsung Electro-Mechanics 10 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 257-5921P
  • Mfr. Part No. CL10C100JB8NNNC
Subtotal 250 units (supplied on a reel)
R 66,75(exc. VAT)
R 0,267/unit
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KYOCERA AVX 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 10V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 135-8615
  • Mfr. Part No. 0805ZC105KAT2A
Subtotal (1 bag of 100 units)
R 94,10(exc. VAT)
R 0,941/unit
In Stock
Panasonic 47 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 240-3895
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1E470B
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 39,55(exc. VAT)
R 3,955/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 (1 pack of 5 units)
R 32,94(exc. VAT)
R 6,588/unit
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RS PRO 470 μF Capacitor 400V dc
  • RS stock no. 276-6091
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 102,75(exc. VAT)
R 102,75/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 1 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V, PCB
  • RS stock no. 181-3517
  • Mfr. Part No. 885012207079
Subtotal (1 pack of 50 units)
R 137,40(exc. VAT)
R 2,748/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 180 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 840-0278
  • Mfr. Part No. 860080674013
Subtotal (1 bag of 10 units)
R 79,47(exc. VAT)
R 7,947/unit
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Panasonic 100 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1C101 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 739-6799
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1C101
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 74,80(exc. VAT)
R 2,992/unit
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