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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Nichicon 1000 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 167-8105
  • Mfr. Part No. UVY1H102MHD
Subtotal (1 box of 100 units)
R 964,60(exc. VAT)
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Wurth Elektronik 3300 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 839-4255
  • Mfr. Part No. 860160275041
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 137,08(exc. VAT)
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WIMA FKS2 Film Capacitor 1 nF 63V ac 100 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 108-2435
  • Mfr. Part No. FKS2 1.0N 100M
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 71,21(exc. VAT)
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Nichicon 270 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Snap-in - LGL2G271MELA30
  • RS stock no. 714-8566
  • Mfr. Part No. LGL2G271MELA30
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 153,92(exc. VAT)
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Nichicon 100 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Snap-in - LGU2G101MELA
  • RS stock no. 519-3696
  • Mfr. Part No. LGU2G101MELA
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 63,76(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Nichicon 1000 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole - UHE1H102MHD3TN Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 222-9606
  • Mfr. Part No. UHE1H102MHD3TN
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 151,74(exc. VAT)
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Rubycon 2200 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Through Hole - 16YXF2200M12.5X25 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 224-4224
  • Mfr. Part No. 16YXF2200M12.5X25
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 102,41(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 1000 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 228-6931P
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1HM102
Subtotal 5 units (supplied in a bag)
R 101,58(exc. VAT)
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Wurth Elektronik 560 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 839-6542
  • Mfr. Part No. 860020475015
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 83,69(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 1000 μF Capacitor 63V dc
  • RS stock no. 276-6102
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 177,89(exc. VAT)
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KEMET R82 Film Capacitor, ±10 %, 2.2 μF 50 V dc 30V ac, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 171-9233
  • Mfr. Part No. R82CC4220Z370K
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 119,04(exc. VAT)
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KEMET 10 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 10V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS stock no. 691-1209
  • Mfr. Part No. C1206C106K8RACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 56,10(exc. VAT)
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KEMET 200 μF Capacitor 220V ac, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 151-1546
  • Mfr. Part No. 200MS22ACMA1STD
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 356,31(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 100 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFC1C101 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 449-0968
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1C101
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 27,00(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Panasonic 10 μF Electrolytic Capacitor 100V, Radial - EEUFC2A100H Radial
  • RS stock no. 759-132P
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC2A100H
Subtotal 5 units (supplied as a tape)
R 20,58(exc. VAT)
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Nichicon 220 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole - UVR1H221MPD Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 520-1012
  • Mfr. Part No. UVR1H221MPD
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 132,725(exc. VAT)
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Rubycon 1000 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Through Hole - 35ZLH1000MEFC12.5X20
  • RS stock no. 703-7563
  • Mfr. Part No. 35ZLH1000MEFC12.5X20
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 96,25(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Panasonic 470 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 10V, Surface Mount Surface Mount - EEEFK1A471GP SMD
  • RS stock no. 781-647P
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFK1A471GP
Subtotal 5 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
R 75,80(exc. VAT)
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Murata 1.8 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, 0.1 pF, Surface
  • RS stock no. 815-1572
  • Mfr. Part No. GJM1555C1H1R8BB01D
Subtotal (1 pack of 100 units)
R 12,60(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 10 μF Electrolytic Tantalum Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Through Hole, CB1V Series
  • RS stock no. 181-4673
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 248,61(exc. VAT)
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