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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Vishay 100 Ω Metal Film Resistor 2 W 5 % PR02000201000JA100
  • RS Stock No. 683-5685
  • Mfr. Part No. PR02000201000JA100
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PHP135.70(exc. VAT)
PHP13.57/unit
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TDK-Lambda, RSEN 40 A 250V ac -25Hz, 85 Hz, Panel Mount EMC Filter, Screw 1 Phase
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  • Mfr. Part No. RSEN-2040
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Vishay Power Factor Correction Capacitor 100 μF 1
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  • Mfr. Part No. GLI 900-100 I
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TDK 22 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 16V dc, ±20 %, Surface
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  • Mfr. Part No. C3225X7R1C226M250AC
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Panasonic ERJ H3G 82 kΩ, 0603 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±5 % 0.125 W - ERJH3GJ823V
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  • Mfr. Part No. ERJH3GJ823V
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TE Connectivity BDS2A10033RK, 33 Ω 100 W Thick Film Chassis Mount Resistor ±10 %
  • RS Stock No. 225-1187
  • Mfr. Part No. BDS2A10033RK
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Panasonic ERJPC3 1740 Ω, Tape & Reel Thick Film Resistor Thick Film Resistor ±0.1 to 0.5 % Surface 0.2 W - ERJPC3B1741V
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  • Mfr. Part No. ERJPC3B1741V
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Panasonic ERJP06 560 Ω, 0805 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±5 % 0.5 W - ERJP06J561V
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  • Mfr. Part No. ERJP06J561V
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PHP745.00(exc. VAT)
PHP1.49/unit
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Vishay 533 5 kΩ Rotary Potentiometer 3-Turns 1-Gang Panel Mount, 533B1502JL
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  • Mfr. Part No. 533B1502JL
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Samsung Electro-Mechanics 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 766-6180
  • Mfr. Part No. CL21B104KBCNNNL
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PHP0.588/unit
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Bourns PTV09 10 kΩ Rotary Potentiometer 1-Turns 1-Gang Panel Mount, Through Hole, PTV09A-4225F-B103
  • RS Stock No. 827-4990
  • Mfr. Part No. PTV09A-4225F-B103
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50 Ω, Through Hole Trimmer Potentiometer, Pin 0.75 W Side Adjust Bourns, 3006
  • RS Stock No. 743-2246
  • Mfr. Part No. 3006P-1-500LF
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Murata 10 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 10V dc, 10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 247-7744
  • Mfr. Part No. GCJ21BR71A106KE01L
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PHP31,032.00(exc. VAT)
PHP10.344/unit
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Panasonic 2200 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUTP1E222 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 732-8229
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUTP1E222
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PHP259.42(exc. VAT)
PHP259.42/unit
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KEMET R75 Polypropylene Capacitor, 5 %, 1 nF 2 kV dc 700V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 212-6810
  • Mfr. Part No. R75UI110050H4J
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Wurth Elektronik, WE-MAPI SMT Unshielded Wirewound Surface Mount Inductor with a Magnetic Iron Alloy Core, 4.7 μH ±20 %
  • RS Stock No. 217-7327
  • Mfr. Part No. 74438367047
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PHP122.468/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 470 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 839-6286
  • Mfr. Part No. 860240680011
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KOA 510 Ω Metal Film Resistor 0.25 W 1 % MF1/4CC5100F
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ABB, OVR Surge Protection Device 275V Maximum Voltage Rating 80 kA Maximum Surge Current Surge Protection Device
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  • Mfr. Part No. 2CTB815708R0600 OVR T2 3L 80-275s P TS QS
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Yageo RC 33 Ω, 1206 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.5 W - RC1206FR-0733RL
  • RS Stock No. 199-5840
  • Mfr. Part No. RC1206FR-0733RL
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