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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Panasonic ERJ 4.7 Ω, 1210 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.5 W - ERJ14BQF4R7U
  • RS Stock No. 169-1618
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJ14BQF4R7U
Subtotal (1 reel of 5000 units)
PHP31,360.00(exc. VAT)
PHP6.272/unit
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100 Ω, Surface Trimmer Potentiometer, J-Hook 0.25 W Top Adjust Bourns, 3314
  • RS Stock No. 167-3555
  • Mfr. Part No. 3314J-2-101E
Subtotal (1 reel of 500 units)
PHP28,120.00(exc. VAT)
PHP56.24/unit
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Vishay WSLP 15 mΩ, 1206 Metal Strip Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 1 W - WSLP1206R0150FEA
  • RS Stock No. 169-3193
  • Mfr. Part No. WSLP1206R0150FEA
Subtotal (1 reel of 4000 units)
PHP92,056.00(exc. VAT)
PHP23.014/unit
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Vishay Thermistor, NTC Type 10 kΩ, 0402 0.5 mm 1 mm 0.5 mm
  • RS Stock No. 169-3292
  • Mfr. Part No. NTCS0402E3103JLT
Subtotal (1 reel of 10000 units)
PHP311,460.00(exc. VAT)
PHP31.146/unit
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Vishay PE30 22 kΩ Rotary Potentiometer 1-Turns 1-Gang Panel Mount
  • RS Stock No. 167-8703
  • Mfr. Part No. PE30L0FL223KLB
Subtotal (1 box of 10 units)
PHP20,827.80(exc. VAT)
PHP2,082.78/unit
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Vishay CRCW 49.9 kΩ, 0603 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.1 W - CRCW060349K9FKEA
  • RS Stock No. 169-4408
  • Mfr. Part No. CRCW060349K9FKEA
Subtotal (1 reel of 5000 units)
PHP2,850.00(exc. VAT)
PHP0.57/unit
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Panasonic ERJ 2.4 kΩ, 0402 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±0.5 % 0.063 W - ERJ2RHD2401X
  • RS Stock No. 168-9332
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJ2RHD2401X
Subtotal (1 reel of 10000 units)
PHP10,890.00(exc. VAT)
PHP1.089/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 56 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 860160674017 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 163-6858
  • Mfr. Part No. 860160674017
Subtotal (1 box of 800 units)
PHP8,624.00(exc. VAT)
PHP10.78/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 390 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 860160273018 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 163-6957
  • Mfr. Part No. 860160273018
Subtotal (1 box of 1500 units)
PHP12,348.00(exc. VAT)
PHP8.232/unit
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Murata Power Solutions, 8200 Wirewound Surface Mount Inductor 150 μH ±10 % 130 mA Idc Q:40
  • RS Stock No. 167-5931
  • Mfr. Part No. 82154C
Subtotal (1 reel of 2500 units)
PHP51,875.00(exc. VAT)
PHP20.75/unit
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Panasonic ERJPC6 11000 Ω, Tape & Reel Thick Film Resistor Thick Film Resistor ±0.1 to 0.5 % Surface 0.25 W -
  • RS Stock No. 784-924P
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJPC6D1102V
Subtotal 10 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP46.10(exc. VAT)
PHP4.61/unit
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Panasonic ERJPC6 348 Ω, Tape & Reel Thick Film Resistor Thick Film Resistor ±0.1 to 0.5 % Surface 0.25 W - ERJPC6B3480V
  • RS Stock No. 789-545
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJPC6B3480V
Subtotal (1 tape of 10 units)
PHP53.48(exc. VAT)
PHP5.348/unit
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Panasonic ERJPC3 340 Ω, Tape & Reel Thick Film Resistor Thick Film Resistor ±0.1 to 0.5 % Surface 0.2 W - ERJPC3D3400V
  • RS Stock No. 784-807P
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJPC3D3400V
Subtotal 10 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP35.96(exc. VAT)
PHP3.596/unit
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Panasonic E96 665000 Ω, Tape & Reel Thin-Film Technology Thin Film Resistor ±0.1 % Surface 0.125 W - ERA6AEB6653V
  • RS Stock No. 782-845P
  • Mfr. Part No. ERA6AEB6653V
Subtotal 10 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP33.19(exc. VAT)
PHP3.319/unit
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Panasonic ERJPC3 1620 Ω, Tape & Reel Thick Film Resistor Thick Film Resistor ±0.1 to 0.5 % Surface 0.2 W - ERJPC3D1621V
  • RS Stock No. 784-955
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJPC3D1621V
Subtotal (1 tape of 10 units)
PHP35.96(exc. VAT)
PHP3.596/unit
In Stock
Panasonic ERA 6.98 kΩ, 0805 Metal Film Surface Mount Resistor ±0.1 % 0.125 W
  • RS Stock No. 708-6385P
  • Mfr. Part No. ERA6AEB6981V
Subtotal 5 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP39.79(exc. VAT)
PHP7.958/unit
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Yageo 1.8 kΩ Metal Film Metal Film Fixed Resistor 0.6 W 1 %
  • RS Stock No. 199-7560P
  • Mfr. Part No. MF0207FTE52-1K8
Subtotal 100 units (supplied in a box)
PHP180.50(exc. VAT)
PHP1.805/unit
In Stock
Yageo PE_L 8 mΩ, 2512 Current Sensing Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 2 W
  • RS Stock No. 199-5904P
  • Mfr. Part No. PE2512FKF7W0R008L
Subtotal 10 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP319.06(exc. VAT)
PHP31.906/unit
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RS PRO 470 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Axial, Through Hole Axial
  • RS Stock No. 707-6629P
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PHP460.85(exc. VAT)
PHP46.085/unit
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TDK, B84111F 20 A 250V ac/dc 60Hz, Flange EMC Filter, Tab 1 Phase
  • RS Stock No. 167-0410
  • Mfr. Part No. B84111F0000B120
Subtotal (1 box of 30 units)
PHP52,585.11(exc. VAT)
PHP1,752.837/unit
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