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

48954 Products showing for Capacitors

9 of 999+
In Stock
Panasonic 470 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Through Hole - EEUFM1A471 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 526-1216
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFM1A471
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 41,06(exc. VAT)
In Stock
KEMET 10 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS stock no. 264-4595
  • Mfr. Part No. C0603C103K5RACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 20,15(exc. VAT)
Being discontinued
TDK 560 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V, ±5 % Radial
  • RS stock no. 194-0489
  • Mfr. Part No. FG28C0G1H561JNT00
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 30,38(exc. VAT)
In Stock
EPCOS B32529 Film Capacitor 47 nF 63V ac 100 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 210-9020
  • Mfr. Part No. B32529C1473K000
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 3,31(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Yageo 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 16V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS stock no. 198-8192
  • Mfr. Part No. CS0603KRX7R7BB105
Subtotal (1 tape of 100 units)
R 91,30(exc. VAT)
Temporarily out of stock
Panasonic 2.2 μF Electrolytic Capacitor 50V, Radial - EEUFC1H2R2H Radial
  • RS stock no. 759-115P
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1H2R2H
Subtotal 5 units (supplied as a tape)
R 14,66(exc. VAT)
In Stock
EPCOS B32672L Film Capacitor 6.8 nF 700V ac 2 kV dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS stock no. 882-9275
  • Mfr. Part No. B32672L8682J000
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 71,88(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Rubycon 820 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Through Hole - 25ZLH820MEFC10X20 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 725-9035
  • Mfr. Part No. 25ZLH820MEFC10X20
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 66,17(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Panasonic 100 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 6.3V dc, Surface Mount Solder - EEEFK0J101UR 1000
  • RS stock no. 628-3936
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFK0J101UR
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 32,11(exc. VAT)
Last RS stock
Vishay Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 2.2 nF 760V ac ±20 % Y5U Dielectric, 440 L, Through Hole 125 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS stock no. 852-3056
  • Mfr. Part No. 440LD22-R
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 31,36(exc. VAT)
In Stock
RS PRO 3300 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 711-1182
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 108,27(exc. VAT)
In Stock
TDK Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 220 pF 3kV dc ±5 %, CC45, Through Hole 125 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS stock no. 262-1965
  • Mfr. Part No. CC45SL3FD221JYGNA
Subtotal (1 bag of 10 units)
R 53,16(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Panasonic 220 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Surface Mount Solder - EEEFK1V221P 500
  • RS stock no. 537-0641
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFK1V221P
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 72,94(exc. VAT)
Last RS stock
Rubycon 680 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 703-7494
  • Mfr. Part No. 16ZLH680MEFC10X12.5
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 70,76(exc. VAT)
In Stock
TDK 100 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, +5 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 194-0470
  • Mfr. Part No. FG28C0G1H101JNT00
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 30,38(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Wurth Elektronik 10 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 250V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS stock no. 242-1225P
  • Mfr. Part No. 885342206006
Subtotal 50 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
R 35,55(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Rubycon 220 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 16ZLH220MEFC6.3X11
  • RS stock no. 703-7497
  • Mfr. Part No. 16ZLH220MEFC6.3X11
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
R 45,40(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Panasonic 270 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1A271 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 166-6996
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1A271
Subtotal (1 bag of 200 units)
R 449,40(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Ducati Energia 4.16.10 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 40 μF 500V ac, Stud Mount
  • RS stock no. 388-8061
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.10.29.64
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 512,13(exc. VAT)
In Stock
Murata 470 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 250V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS stock no. 723-6871
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM43DR72E474KW01L
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 159,20(exc. VAT)
1
9
2448
Results per page

Related links