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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Rubycon 680 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 35ZLH680MEFC10X23
  • RS stock no. 703-7560
  • Mfr. Part No. 35ZLH680MEFC10X23
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 66,57(exc. VAT)
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KEMET 2.2 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V, ±10 %
  • RS stock no. 264-4573
  • Mfr. Part No. C0603C222K5RACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 3,05(exc. VAT)
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Nichicon 470 μF Capacitor 25 V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 715-2669P
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW1E471MPD
Subtotal 10 units (supplied in a bag)
R 42,66(exc. VAT)
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Murata 4.7 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50 V dc, ±15 %, Through Hole Solder
  • RS stock no. 841-0742
  • Mfr. Part No. RCER71H475K3K1H03B
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 96,85(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 470 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35 V dc, Through Hole - ECA1VM471 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 228-6795
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1VM471
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 48,51(exc. VAT)
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TDK Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 4700 pF 3kV dc, CK45, Through Hole 105 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS stock no. 253-2859
  • Mfr. Part No. CK45-E3FD472ZYNNA
Subtotal (1 tape of 20 units)
R 131,56(exc. VAT)
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KEMET 22 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 6.3V dc, -20 to 80 %, Surface Mount
  • RS stock no. 434-8160
  • Mfr. Part No. C1206C226Z9VACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 203,20(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 1500 μF Capacitor 25 V dc, Through Hole - EEUFM1E152 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 526-1452
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFM1E152
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 101,55(exc. VAT)
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Eaton 10 F Supercapacitor -10 to 30 % Tolerance, Supercap HV 2.7 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 763-7769
  • Mfr. Part No. HV1030-2R7106-R
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 51,97(exc. VAT)
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Vishay 3300 μF Capacitor 63 V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 875-2636
  • Mfr. Part No. MAL225638332E3
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 133,57(exc. VAT)
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CHEMI-CON 470 μF Capacitor 400 V dc, Snap-in - EKMQ401VSN471MR45S
  • RS stock no. 841-4867
  • Mfr. Part No. EKMQ401VSN471MR45S
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 122,61(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO MRA440 Film Capacitor, ±10 %, 15 μF 440 V ac, Screw
  • RS stock no. 196-4696
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 474,85(exc. VAT)
Last RS stock
KEMET 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50 V dc, ±20 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 538-1578
  • Mfr. Part No. C330C105M5U5TA
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 58,97(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 10 μF Capacitor 35 V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECEA1VKS100 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 116-919
  • Mfr. Part No. ECEA1VKS100
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 23,99(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic ECWFE Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 1.5 μF 450 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 105-1072
  • Mfr. Part No. ECWFE2W155JA
Subtotal (1 bag of 10 units)
R 92,10(exc. VAT)
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Ducati Energia 4.16.10 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 10 μF 450 V ac, Plug-in
  • RS stock no. 388-7973
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.10.15.64
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 191,93(exc. VAT)
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Rubycon 1000 μF Capacitor 16 V dc, Through Hole - 16ZLJ1000M10X16 PC Pin
  • RS stock no. 725-8940
  • Mfr. Part No. 16ZLJ1000M10X16
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 70,87(exc. VAT)
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KEMET 10 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 16V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS stock no. 691-1161
  • Mfr. Part No. C0805C106K4PACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 25,48(exc. VAT)
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Murata 22 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, 20 %, Surface Mount
  • RS stock no. 247-8110P
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM21BR61E226ME44K
Subtotal 20 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
R 60,02(exc. VAT)
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Panasonic 22 μF Capacitor 50 V dc, Through Hole - ECEA1HN220U Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 727-0489
  • Mfr. Part No. ECEA1HN220U
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 79,93(exc. VAT)
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