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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Cosel, NAC 6 A 250V 60Hz, DIN Rail Power Line Filter, DIN Connector 1 Phase
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RS PRO 18 kΩ Carbon Film Resistor 2 W 5 %
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TE Connectivity 68 Ω Wirewound Resistor 7 W 5 % ER5868RJT
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TDK 10 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, ±10 %, Surface
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PHP61.712/unit
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1 kΩ, Through Hole Trimmer Potentiometer, Pin 0.5 W Top Adjust Bourns, 3386
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KYOCERA AVX 470 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±10 %, Surface
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Nichicon 100 μF Capacitor 160V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
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Wurth Elektronik 100 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
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KYOCERA AVX 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, ±10 %, Surface
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Sonitron 90 dB Through Hole Continuous External 9.5 mm Piezo Buzzer Component 21 mm 0 V ac Min 30 V ac Max
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Vishay 1800 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Screw - MAL220217182E3
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KEMET 10 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 6.3V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
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  • Mfr. Part No. C1206C106K9PACTU
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TE Connectivity CPF 16 kΩ, 0805 Thin Film Surface Mount Resistor ±0.1 % Surface 0.1 W - CPF0805B16KE
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KEMET 50 mH 1.2 A Common Mode Choke 0.43 Ω 250V ac
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KEMET 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±20 %, Surface Mount
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KEMET R82 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 220 nF 63 V dc 40V ac, Through Hole
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Panasonic 22 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 100V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
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Murata 47 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±5 %, Surface
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ROHM ESR10 220 kΩ, 0805 Thick Film Resistor ±1 % 0.4 W - ESR10EZPF2203
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