Passive Components

A passive component is a module that does not require energy to operate, except for the available alternating current (AC) circuit that it is connected to. A passive module is not capable of power gain and is not a source of energy. A typical passive component would include resistors, inductors, capacitors and transformers, which together are required to build any electrical or electronic circuit.

Passive devices can be used individually or connected together within a circuit, either in a series or in a parallel combination to control complex circuits or signals.

Types of Passive Components

Capacitors

A capacitor is a passive component that can gather and hold a charge in a way that is similar to how a battery functions. This type of passive component is made of 2 close conductors (usually plates) that are separated by a dielectric material. The plates accumulate electric charge when connected to a power source. One plate accumulates a positive charge and the other plate accumulates a negative charge. It can hold the charge even when the voltage is no longer applied. Different types of capacitors are film capacitors, mica capacitors, ceramic capacitors, electrolytic capacitors, aluminium electrolytic capacitors, tantalum electrolytic capacitors and power factor correction capacitors.

Resistors

Another type of passive component is the resistor. A Resistor is an electrical device that resists the flow of electrical current. Although a resistor does not amplify or shape the electric current in any way, it's a powerful little device as it enables you to put the brakes on current flow in a very controlled way.

Inductors

An inductor is a passive component that can store or deliver energy but cannot generate it. An ideal inductor is lossless, meaning that it can store energy indefinitely as no energy is lost as heat. Inductors are sometimes known as coils, chokes, electromagnets and solenoids.

Ferrite Cores

A ferrite core is a ceramic compound that includes a mix of iron and another type of metal. Ferrite is common in many types of electrical components, including antennas. This magnetic core features wound components; some examples would include windings from a transformer and inductors. It is useful because of its low electrical conductivity and high magnetic permeability.

Surge Protection Components

Surge protectors are a part of nearly every home and office today. They provide your expensive electronic equipment and circuitry with added protection against the harmful effects of electricity surges, improving their longevity.

RS is a supplier of passive components with a wide variety of quality products from leading manufacturers across the world.

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Antennas

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Capacitors

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EMI Filters & Protection

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Fixed Resistors

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Inductors

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Passive Components Kits

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Sounder, Buzzer & Microphone Components

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Surge Protection Components

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Variable Resistors

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RS PRO 560 kΩ Metal Film Resistor 1 W 0.5 %
  • RS Stock No. 174-2718
Subtotal (1 box of 1000 units)
PHP2,827.00(exc. VAT)
PHP2.827/unit
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KOA 470 Ω Carbon Film Resistor 0.25 W 5 % CF1/4C471J
  • RS Stock No. 475-6511
  • Mfr. Part No. CF1/4C471J
Subtotal (1 bag of 100 units)
PHP290.00(exc. VAT)
PHP2.90/unit
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Yageo RC 22 kΩ, 0603 Thick Film Surface Mount Fixed Resistor ±5 % 0.1 W - RC0603JR-0722KL
  • RS Stock No. 242-4231
  • Mfr. Part No. RC0603JR-0722KL
Subtotal (1 reel of 5000 units)
PHP925.00(exc. VAT)
PHP0.185/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 22 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 16V dc, ±20 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 181-3924
  • Mfr. Part No. 885012108018
Subtotal (1 reel of 2000 units)
PHP62,524.00(exc. VAT)
PHP31.262/unit
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Yageo RC 110 Ω, 1206 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.5 W - RC1206FR-07110RL
  • RS Stock No. 199-5776
  • Mfr. Part No. RC1206FR-07110RL
Subtotal (1 tape of 100 units)
PHP78.40(exc. VAT)
PHP0.784/unit
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Arcol, 8.2 Ω 50 W Aluminium Chassis Mount Resistor ±1 %
  • RS Stock No. 186-0102
  • Mfr. Part No. HS50F 8R2 F
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP1,259.50(exc. VAT)
PHP1,259.50/unit
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Vishay RPH100V10000JB, 1 kΩ 100 W Thick Film Chassis Mount Resistor ±5 %
  • RS Stock No. 789-1103
  • Mfr. Part No. RPH100V10000JB
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP3,647.04(exc. VAT)
PHP3,647.04/unit
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Vishay CRCW 2.49 kΩ, 1206 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.25 W - CRCW12062K49FKEA
  • RS Stock No. 169-4868
  • Mfr. Part No. CRCW12062K49FKEA
Subtotal (1 reel of 5000 units)
PHP5,205.00(exc. VAT)
PHP1.041/unit
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Bourns 10 Ω Wirewound Resistor 1 W 5 %
  • RS Stock No. 167-5498
  • Mfr. Part No. FW10A10R0JA
Subtotal (1 box of 1000 units)
PHP8,280.00(exc. VAT)
PHP8.28/unit
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Vishay CRCW0201 150 Ω, 0201 Thick Film Thick Film Resistor ±1 % Surface 0.05 W - CRCW0201150RFNEDAT
  • RS Stock No. 726-191
  • Mfr. Part No. CRCW0201150RFNEDAT
Subtotal (1 tape of 100 units)
PHP53.10(exc. VAT)
PHP0.531/unit
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Tamura 20 μH Ferrite Leaded Inductor, 20 A Idc, 5 mΩ Rdc, NAC-20
  • RS Stock No. 154-0737
  • Mfr. Part No. NAC-20-0021
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP1,011.24(exc. VAT)
PHP1,011.24/unit
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Panasonic 6800 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Through Hole - EEUHD1V682 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 744-2108
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUHD1V682
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP263.72(exc. VAT)
PHP263.72/unit
In Stock
Vishay 680 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Through Hole - MAL202118681E3 Axial
  • RS Stock No. 280-3268
  • Mfr. Part No. MAL202118681E3
Subtotal (1 box of 200 units)
PHP25,950.40(exc. VAT)
PHP129.752/unit
In Stock
Vishay 470 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 2kV dc, 5 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 298-488
  • Mfr. Part No. VJ1812A471JBFTW1HV
Subtotal (1 reel of 1000 units)
PHP37,956.00(exc. VAT)
PHP37.956/unit
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Murata Ferrite Bead 1.1 mm (Surface) (1206) (Chip Ferrite Bead), 33 Ω impedance at 100 MHz
  • RS Stock No. 125-3156
  • Mfr. Part No. BLM31PG330SN1L
Subtotal (1 reel of 3000 units)
PHP14,535.00(exc. VAT)
PHP4.845/unit
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KYOCERA AVX 22 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 135-1351
  • Mfr. Part No. 08051C223K4T2A
Subtotal (1 reel of 4000 units)
PHP6,548.00(exc. VAT)
PHP1.637/unit
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Panasonic ERJ6BW 56 mΩ, 0805 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.5 W - ERJ6BWFR056V
  • RS Stock No. 895-2665
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJ6BWFR056V
Subtotal (1 bag of 100 units)
PHP1,406.00(exc. VAT)
PHP14.06/unit
In Stock
Bourns CR 33 Ω, 2512 Thick Film Resistor 5 % Surface 1 W - CR2512-JW-330ELF
  • RS Stock No. 630-378
  • Mfr. Part No. CR2512-JW-330ELF
Subtotal (1 tape of 20 units)
PHP89.60(exc. VAT)
PHP4.48/unit
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KYOCERA AVX 470 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 135-9047
  • Mfr. Part No. 08055C471KAT2A
Subtotal (1 bag of 100 units)
PHP147.50(exc. VAT)
PHP1.475/unit
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Vishay 200 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 250V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 250-7689
  • Mfr. Part No. VJ0805D201KXPAJ
Subtotal (1 reel of 1000 units)
PHP9,210.00(exc. VAT)
PHP9.21/unit
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