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

50686 Products showing for Capacitors

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TDK 33000 μF Capacitor 100V, Screw
  • RS stock no. 209-8659
  • Mfr. Part No. B41456B9339M600
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 1 538,74(exc. VAT)
R 1 538,74/unit
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Panasonic 22 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole - ECEA1HN220U Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 727-0489
  • Mfr. Part No. ECEA1HN220U
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 57,74(exc. VAT)
R 5,774/unit
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Panasonic 4.7 μF Capacitor 100V dc, Radial - ECA2AHG4R7 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 365-4464
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA2AHG4R7
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 27,23(exc. VAT)
R 5,446/unit
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Vishay 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 852-3270
  • Mfr. Part No. K104K15X7RF53H5
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 4,88(exc. VAT)
R 4,88/unit
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Panasonic 220 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole - EEUFR1H221 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 708-3914
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1H221
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 103,58(exc. VAT)
R 10,358/unit
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Nichicon 10000 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 846-7105P
  • Mfr. Part No. LLS1H103MELB
Subtotal 1 unit (supplied in a box)
R 110,95(exc. VAT)
R 110,95/unit
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Nichicon 220 μF Capacitor 350V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 243-7279
  • Mfr. Part No. UCY2V221MHD
Subtotal (1 tape of 5 units)
R 456,11(exc. VAT)
R 91,222/unit
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Panasonic 47 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1VM470 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 228-6751
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1VM470
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 21,10(exc. VAT)
R 4,22/unit
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Panasonic 10 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1HM100 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 228-6874
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1HM100
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 20,42(exc. VAT)
R 4,084/unit
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Panasonic 10 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1JM100 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 228-6947
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1JM100
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 21,67(exc. VAT)
R 4,334/unit
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Panasonic 390 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1V391L Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 708-3813
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1V391L
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 90,41(exc. VAT)
R 9,041/unit
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Panasonic 100 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 25V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 240-3880
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1E101B
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 43,22(exc. VAT)
R 4,322/unit
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Panasonic 47 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1JHG470 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 365-4357
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1JHG470
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 29,50(exc. VAT)
R 5,90/unit
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Panasonic 470 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial - ECA1VHG471 Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 628-3920
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1VHG471
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 79,98(exc. VAT)
R 15,996/unit
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Nichicon 1000 μF Capacitor 100V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UPW2A102MHD Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 715-3072
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW2A102MHD
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 63,64(exc. VAT)
R 63,64/unit
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RS PRO 68 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 711-2093
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
R 140,67(exc. VAT)
R 70,335/unit
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Nichicon 15000 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Snap-in
  • RS stock no. 846-6925
  • Mfr. Part No. LGU1E153MELB
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 97,73(exc. VAT)
R 97,73/unit
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Vishay MKP1848e Film Capacitor, ±10 %, 22 μF 500 V dc 500V ac, Through Hole
  • RS stock no. 653-589
  • Mfr. Part No. MKP1848e62250KK2
Subtotal (1 unit)
R 104,26(exc. VAT)
R 104,26/unit
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KEMET 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS stock no. 538-1433
  • Mfr. Part No. C322C104K5R5TA
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
R 26,66(exc. VAT)
R 5,332/unit
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Nichicon 47 μF Capacitor 100V dc, Through Hole - UPW2A470MPD Radial Lead
  • RS stock no. 715-3038
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW2A470MPD
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
R 59,26(exc. VAT)
R 5,926/unit
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