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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Panasonic 56 μF Surface Mount Polymer Capacitor, 63V dc
  • RS Stock No. 210-5992
  • Mfr. Part No. EEHZT1J560P
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PHP33,630.00(exc. VAT)
PHP67.26/unit
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Vishay RCH50S68R00JS06, 68 Ω 50 W Thick Film Chassis Mount Resistor ±5 %
  • RS Stock No. 789-0759
  • Mfr. Part No. RCH50S68R00JS06
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PHP1,502.28(exc. VAT)
PHP1,502.28/unit
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Yageo 1 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 500V dc, ±5 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 199-1963
  • Mfr. Part No. CC1206JRNPOBBN102
Subtotal (1 reel of 4000 units)
PHP12,096.92(exc. VAT)
PHP12,096.92/reel
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Panasonic 120 μF Surface Mount Polymer Capacitor, 6.3V dc
  • RS Stock No. 866-3731
  • Mfr. Part No. EEFCX0J121R
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PHP403.76(exc. VAT)
PHP80.752/unit
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KYOCERA AVX, VGAH Varistor 10 A, Clamping 65 V
  • RS Stock No. 187-6559
  • Mfr. Part No. VGAH120631M650DP
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PHP519.08(exc. VAT)
PHP25.954/unit
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Yageo RC_L 4.7 kΩ, 2010 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±5 % 0.75 W - RC2010JK-074K7L
  • RS Stock No. 198-8522
  • Mfr. Part No. RC2010JK-074K7L
Subtotal (1 reel of 4000 units)
PHP7,140.00(exc. VAT)
PHP1.785/unit
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Vishay 0.5 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 1.5kV dc, 0.05 pF, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 875-4859
  • Mfr. Part No. VJ1111D0R5VXRAJ
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
PHP276.52(exc. VAT)
PHP138.26/unit
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Panasonic 560 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Surface Mount Solder - EEEFH1A561L 500
  • RS Stock No. 215-8402
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFH1A561L
Subtotal (1 tape of 10 units)
PHP382.85(exc. VAT)
PHP38.285/unit
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TDK 220 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 10V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS Stock No. 144-7292
  • Mfr. Part No. CGA2B1X7R1A224K050BC
Subtotal (1 pack of 250 units)
PHP522.50(exc. VAT)
PHP2.09/unit
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Vitrohm 22 Ω Wirewound Through Hole Fixed Resistor 4.6 W 5 %
  • RS Stock No. 212-3699
  • Mfr. Part No. RXS460JT-52-22RAA
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PHP8,091.00(exc. VAT)
PHP8.091/unit
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Yageo 2.2 kΩ Metal Film Metal Film Fixed Resistor 0.4 W 1 %
  • RS Stock No. 199-7818
  • Mfr. Part No. MF0204FTE52-2K2
Subtotal (1 box of 5000 units)
PHP4,135.00(exc. VAT)
PHP0.827/unit
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RS PRO CR 680 Ω, 2010 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor 0.05 0.75 W
  • RS Stock No. 183-9681
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PHP2,106.00(exc. VAT)
PHP2.106/unit
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KEMET 187 μH 8 A Common Mode Choke 37.6 mΩ
  • RS Stock No. 183-6596
  • Mfr. Part No. PHBC14-1R2A0187V
Subtotal (1 tray of 30 units)
PHP16,256.40(exc. VAT)
PHP541.88/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 1.2 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, 0.1 pF, Surface Mount
  • RS Stock No. 185-5768
  • Mfr. Part No. 885392004003
Subtotal (1 reel of 500 units)
PHP1,127.00(exc. VAT)
PHP2.254/unit
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Panasonic ERJP08 2 kΩ, 1206 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.66 W - ERJP08F2001V
  • RS Stock No. 922-9382
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJP08F2001V
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PHP13,825.00(exc. VAT)
PHP2.765/unit
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Isabellenhutte SMS 8 mΩ, 2512 Zeranin Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 3 W
  • RS Stock No. 193-0089P
  • Mfr. Part No. SMS-R008-1.0
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PHP958.49(exc. VAT)
PHP191.698/unit
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Murata, NFE31P, Signal Filter, 25V dc, 6 A, 1206, Surface Mount, Solder Pad 1.6 mm 3.2 mm, 1.6 mm
  • RS Stock No. 725-7363P
  • Mfr. Part No. NFE31PT220R1E9L
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PHP194.63(exc. VAT)
PHP19.463/unit
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Vishay 100 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 10V dc, Surface, 293D Series
  • RS Stock No. 684-3917
  • Mfr. Part No. 293D107X9010D2TE3
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PHP181.83(exc. VAT)
PHP36.366/unit
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Panasonic ERJUP6 6.8 kΩ, 0805 Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.5 W - ERJUP6F6801V
  • RS Stock No. 243-2344
  • Mfr. Part No. ERJUP6F6801V
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PHP11,760.00(exc. VAT)
PHP2.352/unit
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Microchip 125 MHz Oscillator, 6-Pin VDFN ±25 ppm DSC1121CI2-125.0000
  • RS Stock No. 725-288
  • Mfr. Part No. DSC1121CI2-125.0000
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PHP60,799.20(exc. VAT)
PHP69.09/unit
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