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 560 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 714-8626P
  • Mfr. Part No. LGL2W561MELC40
Subtotal 1 unit (supplied in a bag)
R 184,81(exc. VAT)
R 184,81/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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Panasonic ECHU(X) 16 V dc 16V ac Film Capacitor, 10 nF, Surface
  • RS stock no. 414-6992P
  • Mfr. Part No. ECHU1C103GX5
Subtotal 10 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
R 44,81(exc. VAT)
R 4,481/unit
Being discontinued
Nichicon 220 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 739-5311
  • Mfr. Part No. UVY1V221MPD
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 51,65(exc. VAT)
R 5,165/unit
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TDK B32922C Polypropylene Film Capacitor 220 nF 305V ac 305 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 241-6638P
  • Mfr. Part No. B32922C3224M189
Subtotal 10 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
R 46,29(exc. VAT)
R 4,629/unit
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Nichicon 220 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 715-2656
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW1E221MPD
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 39,41(exc. VAT)
R 3,941/unit
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KEMET 1 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 538-1405
  • Mfr. Part No. C322C102K1R5TA
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 26,34(exc. VAT)
R 5,268/unit
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Panasonic 1000 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Through Hole - EEUFC1V102 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 315-0754
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1V102
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 134,09(exc. VAT)
R 26,818/unit
Last RS stock
Vishay 10 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 20V dc, Surface, 293D Series
  • RS stock no. 684-3904P
  • Mfr. Part No. 293D106X9020B2TE3
Subtotal 10 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
R 56,16(exc. VAT)
R 5,616/unit
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Panasonic 1000 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 6.3V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR0J102 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 766-0040
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR0J102
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 57,13(exc. VAT)
R 5,713/unit
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KYOCERA AVX 15 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 25V dc, Through Hole, Tap Series
  • RS stock no. 537-4132P
  • Mfr. Part No. TAP156M025CCS
Subtotal 25 units (supplied in a bag)
R 373,225(exc. VAT)
R 14,929/unit
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KEMET 330 μF Capacitor 600V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 181-3456
  • Mfr. Part No. ALC70A331EF600
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 341,07(exc. VAT)
R 341,07/unit
Temporarily out of stock
KEMET 10000 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Screw
  • RS stock no. 144-3389
  • Mfr. Part No. ALS80A103DB063
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 349,68(exc. VAT)
R 349,68/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 (1 pack of 5 units)
R 74,11(exc. VAT)
R 14,822/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
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Panasonic 470 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1C471 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 708-3620
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1C471
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 67,00(exc. VAT)
R 6,70/unit
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Panasonic 100 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1H101 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 708-3894
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1H101
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 57,66(exc. VAT)
R 5,766/unit
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RS PRO 100 μF Capacitor 100V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 711-1731
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 85,27(exc. VAT)
R 8,527/unit
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Vishay 0.1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±0.1 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 272-7888P
  • Mfr. Part No. VJ0603Y104KXBCW1BC
Subtotal 100 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
R 95,20(exc. VAT)
R 0,952/unit
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Murata 47 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 133-5727
  • Mfr. Part No. RDER71H473K0M1H03A
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 108,825(exc. VAT)
R 4,353/unit
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