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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Murata 220 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±5 %, Through Hole Solder
  • RS Stock No. 170-5844
  • Mfr. Part No. RCE5C1H221J0DBH03A
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PHP12,936.00(exc. VAT)
PHP6.468/unit
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TDK Thermistor, NTC Type 60 Ω 22 mm 15 mm 7 mm
  • RS Stock No. 185-7658
  • Mfr. Part No. B57237S0600M000
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PHP22,881.50(exc. VAT)
PHP45.763/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 51 μH 200 mA Common Mode Choke 1 Ω 60V
  • RS Stock No. 899-7292
  • Mfr. Part No. 744235510
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PHP104.40(exc. VAT)
PHP104.40/unit
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Bourns, SDR1005, 1005 Unshielded Wirewound Surface Mount Inductor with a Ferrite DR Core, 10 mH ±10 % 100 mA Idc Q:102
  • RS Stock No. 736-1318P
  • Mfr. Part No. SDR1005-103KL
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PHP314.40(exc. VAT)
PHP31.44/unit
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TE Connectivity, 500 Ω 10 W Wirewound Chassis Mount Resistor ±5 %
  • RS Stock No. 164-4282
  • Mfr. Part No. THS10500RJ
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PHP26,535.10(exc. VAT)
PHP265.351/unit
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NISSEI AMZ Polyester Capacitor, ±5 %, 6.8 nF 100 V dc 100V ac, Through Hole
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  • Mfr. Part No. AMZB0100J68200000000
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PHP200.62(exc. VAT)
PHP20.062/unit
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KEMET 5.6 mH 2.5 A Common Mode Choke 100 mΩ 250V
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  • Mfr. Part No. SSHB21H-R25056
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PHP8,379.00(exc. VAT)
PHP139.65/unit
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Murata 10 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 6.3V dc, 20 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 260-8753
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM155R60J106ME05D
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PHP215.60(exc. VAT)
PHP1.078/unit
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Murata CSTNE16M0V530000R0 Ceramic Resonator, 16 MHz 15 pF, 3-Pin Surface Mount 1.3mm, 3.2 mm
  • RS Stock No. 216-6056P
  • Mfr. Part No. CSTNE16M0V530000R0
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PHP306.86(exc. VAT)
PHP15.343/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 33 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Surface Solder
  • RS Stock No. 839-5624
  • Mfr. Part No. 865060645007
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PHP219.52(exc. VAT)
PHP21.952/unit
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Panasonic 330 μF Hybrid Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 25V, Surface - EEHZV1E331UP
  • RS Stock No. 687-997
  • Mfr. Part No. EEHZV1E331UP
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PHP10,640.85(exc. VAT)
PHP2,128.17/unit
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ROHM MCR 2 kΩ, 0402 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.063 W - MCR01MZPF2001
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  • Mfr. Part No. MCR01MZPF2001
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PHP51.40(exc. VAT)
PHP0.514/unit
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Panasonic 1000 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 6.3V, Surface Solder - EEEFN0J102P Taping
  • RS Stock No. 781-516
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFN0J102P
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PHP140.15(exc. VAT)
PHP28.03/unit
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TDK, B84112G 2 A 250V ac/dc 50Hz, 60 Hz, Chassis Mount EMC Filter, Tab 1 Phase
  • RS Stock No. 887-6470
  • Mfr. Part No. B84112G0000B020
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PHP1,457.27(exc. VAT)
PHP1,457.27/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 1 μF Surface Mount Ceramic Capacitor, 16V, ±5 %
  • RS Stock No. 563-086
  • Mfr. Part No. 885012106017
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PHP528.05(exc. VAT)
PHP21.122/unit
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Murata Ferrite Bead 0.5 mm (Surface) (0402) (Chip Ferrite Bead), 220 Ω impedance at 100 MHz
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  • Mfr. Part No. BLM15AX221SN1D
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PHP113.30(exc. VAT)
PHP1.133/unit
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TE Connectivity 3521 24 kΩ, 2512 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % Surface 2 W - 352124KFT
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  • Mfr. Part No. 352124KFT
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PHP212.00(exc. VAT)
PHP21.20/unit
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KYOCERA AVX 33 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 16V dc, Surface, TPS Series
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  • Mfr. Part No. TPSC336K016R0100
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PHP358.70(exc. VAT)
PHP71.74/unit
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KEMET, FLLE2-R 20 A 300V ac/dc 50Hz, 60 Hz, Chassis Mount EMI Filter, Threaded Terminal M4 x 0.7 1 Phase
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  • Mfr. Part No. FLLE2020ARDI
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Isabellenhutte 500 Ω Aluminium Precision Resistor 10 W 1 %
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  • Mfr. Part No. PBV-R0005-F1-0.5
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