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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Wurth Elektronik 100 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 10V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 242-1100
  • Mfr. Part No. 885012008004
Subtotal (1 reel of 4000 units)
PHP17,248.00(exc. VAT)
PHP4.312/unit
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KEMET R82 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 220 nF 250 V dc 140V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 312-1633P
  • Mfr. Part No. R82IC3220DQ60J
Subtotal 10 units (supplied as a tape)
PHP210.90(exc. VAT)
PHP21.09/unit
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KEMET R82 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 15 nF 100 V dc 63V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 312-1497
  • Mfr. Part No. R82EC2150DQ50J
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
PHP114.15(exc. VAT)
PHP11.415/unit
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Vishay 1 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 20V dc, Surface, 293D Series
  • RS Stock No. 646-6737
  • Mfr. Part No. 293D105X9020A2WE3
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
PHP132.50(exc. VAT)
PHP13.25/unit
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TDK 10nF MLCC, 25V dc V, ±5% , SMD
  • RS Stock No. 601-0031P
  • Mfr. Part No. C1608CH1E103J
Subtotal 50 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP338.85(exc. VAT)
PHP6.777/unit
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Nichicon 22 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UVR2W220MHD Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 520-1365
  • Mfr. Part No. UVR2W220MHD
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
PHP907.975(exc. VAT)
PHP36.319/unit
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AVX 47 μF Surface Polymer Capacitor, 25V dc
  • RS Stock No. 249-0415
  • Mfr. Part No. TCJD476M025R0060E
Subtotal (1 reel of 500 units)
PHP32,695.50(exc. VAT)
PHP65.391/unit
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Yageo RC 36 kΩ, 0402 Thick Film Surface Mount Fixed Resistor ±1 % 0.063 W - RC0402FR-0736KL
  • RS Stock No. 242-3979
  • Mfr. Part No. RC0402FR-0736KL
Subtotal (1 tape of 1000 units)
PHP346.00(exc. VAT)
PHP0.346/unit
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Yageo 1 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 1kV dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 669-8669P
  • Mfr. Part No. CC1812JKNPOCBN102
Subtotal 5 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP260.68(exc. VAT)
PHP52.136/unit
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Vishay MMA0204 1.5 kΩ, 0204 Thin Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.25 W - MMA02040C1501FB300
  • RS Stock No. 678-7211
  • Mfr. Part No. MMA02040C1501FB300
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
PHP143.325(exc. VAT)
PHP5.733/unit
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TDK, Standard Metal Oxide Varistor 200 pF 25 A, Clamping 775 V, Varistor 470 V
  • RS Stock No. 289-7070
  • Mfr. Part No. B72210S0301K101
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
PHP103.39(exc. VAT)
PHP20.678/unit
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Panasonic ERA 1.2 kΩ, 0805 Metal Film Surface Mount Resistor ±0.1 % Surface 0.125 W - ERA6ARB122V
  • RS Stock No. 662-0455
  • Mfr. Part No. ERA6ARB122V
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
PHP108.60(exc. VAT)
PHP21.72/unit
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KEMET PHE426 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 100 nF 250 V dc 160V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 414-7614
  • Mfr. Part No. PHE426HJ6100JR05
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
PHP212.85(exc. VAT)
PHP21.285/unit
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PCN FHN50 1KOHMF, 1 kΩ 30 W Wirewound Chassis Mount Resistor ±1 %
  • RS Stock No. 602-6799
  • Mfr. Part No. FHN50 1KOHMF
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP1,100.70(exc. VAT)
PHP1,100.70/unit
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KEMET 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 500V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 500-2590P
  • Mfr. Part No. C1825C104KCRACTU
Subtotal 5 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
PHP783.25(exc. VAT)
PHP156.65/unit
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Murata 24 MHz Crystal Unit ±10 ppm Surface Mount 4-Pin 0.65 mm 1.6 mm 2mm
  • RS Stock No. 236-5061
  • Mfr. Part No. XRCGB24M000F1SBJR0
Subtotal (1 tape of 5 units)
PHP92.61(exc. VAT)
PHP18.522/unit
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Panasonic 10 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 365-4751P
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA2GHG100
Subtotal 5 units (supplied in a bag)
PHP236.55(exc. VAT)
PHP47.31/unit
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Vishay 36 kΩ Thin Film Resistor 0.6 W 1 % MRS25000C3602FCT00
  • RS Stock No. 683-3575
  • Mfr. Part No. MRS25000C3602FCT00
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
PHP97.65(exc. VAT)
PHP3.906/unit
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VPG Foil Resistors SMR3DZ 100 Ω Metal Foil Surface Mount Resistor ±0.01 % 0.6 W - Y1746100R000T9R
  • RS Stock No. 684-1576
  • Mfr. Part No. Y1746100R000T9R
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP3,130.68(exc. VAT)
PHP3,130.68/unit
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Vishay 51 Ω Metal Film Resistor 1 W 5 % PR01000105109JA100
  • RS Stock No. 683-5537
  • Mfr. Part No. PR01000105109JA100
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PHP74.38(exc. VAT)
PHP7.438/unit
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