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.

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Panasonic ERJP08 56 kΩ, 1206 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.66 W - ERJP08F5602V
  • RS Stock No. 922-9421
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJP08F5602V
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PHP14,550.00(exc. VAT)
PHP2.91/unit
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Yageo AC 100 kΩ, 0402 Thick Film Resistor ±1 % 0.0625 W - AC0402FR-07100KL
  • RS Stock No. 197-7962
  • Mfr. Part No. AC0402FR-07100KL
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PHP245.00(exc. VAT)
PHP0.49/unit
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TE Connectivity CRG 3.3 kΩ, 0603 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % Surface 0.1 W - CRG0603F3K3
  • RS Stock No. 134-5443
  • Mfr. Part No. CRG0603F3K3
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PHP1,380.00(exc. VAT)
PHP0.276/unit
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Panasonic 150 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole - EEUFR1H151 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 708-3908
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1H151
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PHP258.43(exc. VAT)
PHP25.843/unit
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TE Connectivity, 100 Ω 100 W Wirewound Chassis Mount Resistor ±5 %
  • RS Stock No. 135-5181
  • Mfr. Part No. HSC100100RJ
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PHP7,322.56(exc. VAT)
PHP732.256/unit
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Abracon Ceramic Resonator, 10 MHz 10 pF, 3-Pin Tape & Reel 1 mm 1.3mm, 3.2 mm
  • RS Stock No. 188-6686P
  • Mfr. Part No. AWSCR-10.00CELB-C10-T3
Subtotal 10 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP305.05(exc. VAT)
PHP30.505/unit
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KOA RN73R 1.72 kΩ, 0603 Thin Film Resistor ±0.1 % 0.1 W - RN73R1JTTD1721B25
  • RS Stock No. 223-4708
  • Mfr. Part No. RN73R1JTTD1721B25
Subtotal (1 tape of 100 units)
PHP631.60(exc. VAT)
PHP6.316/unit
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Vishay CRCW 8.2 kΩ, 0805 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.125 W - CRCW08058K20FKEA
  • RS Stock No. 679-1727
  • Mfr. Part No. CRCW08058K20FKEA
Subtotal (1 pack of 50 units)
PHP71.15(exc. VAT)
PHP1.423/unit
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Panasonic ECQUA Film Capacitor X2, ±20 %, 1 μF 275V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 180-4781
  • Mfr. Part No. ECQUAAF105SA
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PHP31,587.00(exc. VAT)
PHP105.29/unit
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KEMET 2 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 10V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 139-2381
  • Mfr. Part No. C0402C202J8JACTU
Subtotal (1 reel of 10000 units)
PHP31,940.00(exc. VAT)
PHP3.194/unit
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TDK B32673P Film Capacitor 470 nF 630V ac 630 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS Stock No. 194-3646
  • Mfr. Part No. B32673P6474K000
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PHP20,516.40(exc. VAT)
PHP28.495/unit
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ROHM ESR01 7.5 kΩ, 0402 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.2 W - ESR01MZPF7501
  • RS Stock No. 263-0677
  • Mfr. Part No. ESR01MZPF7501
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PHP21,560.00(exc. VAT)
PHP2.156/unit
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TDK Ferrite Ring 26.6 mm, For: Emc Component, Automotive Electronics, General Electronics 36 mm ID 65.3 mm OD
  • RS Stock No. 125-3322
  • Mfr. Part No. B64290L0699X087
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PHP988.68(exc. VAT)
PHP988.68/unit
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TE Connectivity 68 Ω Wirewound Resistor 5 W 5 % SQMW568RJ
  • RS Stock No. 199-7753
  • Mfr. Part No. SQMW568RJ
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PHP136.68(exc. VAT)
PHP27.336/unit
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100 kΩ, Through Hole, Through Hole Trimmer Potentiometer, Solder Pin 0.5 W Top Adjust, Top Adjust TT Electronics/BI, 72
  • RS Stock No. 144-2068
  • Mfr. Part No. 72PTR100KLF
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PHP12,330.60(exc. VAT)
PHP123.306/unit
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RS PRO 680 Ω Carbon Film Resistor 0.25 W 5 %
  • RS Stock No. 707-7656P
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PHP18.28(exc. VAT)
PHP1.828/unit
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KEMET 560 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 146-995
  • Mfr. Part No. C0603C561J3GACTU
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PHP264.60(exc. VAT)
PHP5.292/unit
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100 kΩ, Panel Mount Trimmer Potentiometer, Through Hole 0.2 W Side Adjust PIHER SENSORS AND CONTROLS S.S.A, PC-16
  • RS Stock No. 134-952
  • Mfr. Part No. PT10MV10-104A2020-S
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PHP20,357.00(exc. VAT)
PHP20.357/unit
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RS PRO 220 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 711-1457
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PHP332.80(exc. VAT)
PHP13.312/unit
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Same Sky 83 dB Surface Buzzer External Magnetic Buzzer 3 mm 5 V dc Min 12 mm 9mm 25V dc Max
  • RS Stock No. 259-6290
  • Mfr. Part No. CPT-1117-83-SMT-TR
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PHP416.01(exc. VAT)
PHP83.202/unit
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