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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TDK B32652 Film Capacitor 1.5 nF 2kV ac 2 kV dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS Stock No. 172-5829
  • Mfr. Part No. B32652A2152J000
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PHP16,660.00(exc. VAT)
PHP16.66/unit
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KEMET 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, 10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS Stock No. 205-3324
  • Mfr. Part No. C1206F105K5RACTU
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PHP210.70(exc. VAT)
PHP21.07/unit
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Alpha PSBXR0100B, 10 mΩ 12 W Wirewound Chassis Mount Resistor ±0.1 %
  • RS Stock No. 464-0797
  • Mfr. Part No. PSBXR0100B
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PHP41,048.36(exc. VAT)
PHP41,048.36/unit
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KEMET 10 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Axial Axial
  • RS Stock No. 172-6535
  • Mfr. Part No. C410C103K5R5TA
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PHP1,587.60(exc. VAT)
PHP5.292/unit
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MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL NEXT 100 kΩ Precision Resistor 1 W 1 % RH1HVD0.1MOHMF
  • RS Stock No. 157-298
  • Mfr. Part No. RH1HVD0.1MOHMF
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PHP419.87(exc. VAT)
PHP419.87/unit
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Yageo 15 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 198-8142
  • Mfr. Part No. CC0805KRX7R9BB153
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PHP305.80(exc. VAT)
PHP1.529/unit
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Vishay 140 10 kΩ Rotary Potentiometer 1-Turns 1-Gang Bush, 140-0-0-103
  • RS Stock No. 850-9570
  • Mfr. Part No. 140-0-0-103
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PHP9,841.07(exc. VAT)
PHP9,841.07/unit
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Vishay ZWS100911001KLX000, 1 kΩ 100 W Wirewound Chassis Mount Fixed Resistor 10 %
  • RS Stock No. 607-677
  • Mfr. Part No. ZWS100911001KLX000
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PHP2,815.77(exc. VAT)
PHP2,815.77/unit
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TE Connectivity 56 kΩ Metal Oxide Resistor 1 W 5 %
  • RS Stock No. 163-8960
  • Mfr. Part No. ROX1SJ56K
Subtotal (1 bag of 2000 units)
PHP7,644.00(exc. VAT)
PHP3.822/unit
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Panasonic, ETQP5M Shielded Wirewound Surface Mount Inductor with a Metal Composite Core, 3.3 μH ±20 % 12.5 A Idc
  • RS Stock No. 238-3654
  • Mfr. Part No. ETQP5M3R3YFK
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PHP19,639.00(exc. VAT)
PHP39.278/unit
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Bourns, ZVHT Varistor 620 pF 1 A, Clamping 54 V, Varistor 33 V, 1206
  • RS Stock No. 204-8779
  • Mfr. Part No. ZV20K1206201NIR1HT
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PHP504.70(exc. VAT)
PHP20.188/unit
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TE Connectivity TLM 0.022 Ω, 2010 Metal Foil Surface Mount Resistor 1 % Surface 1.5 W - TLMQ2HDR022FTE
  • RS Stock No. 477-969
  • Mfr. Part No. TLMQ2HDR022FTE
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PHP60,228.00(exc. VAT)
PHP15.057/unit
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TDK Thermistor, PTC Type 25 Ω, Leaded Disks 10 mm 35 mm 3.5 mm
  • RS Stock No. 212-0358P
  • Mfr. Part No. B59980C0080A070
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PHP46.28(exc. VAT)
PHP46.28/unit
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Murata, LQH, 0806 Unshielded Wirewound Surface Mount Inductor with a Ferrite Core, 68 μH ±10 % 100 mA Idc
  • RS Stock No. 786-6784P
  • Mfr. Part No. LQH2MCN680K02L
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PHP104.12(exc. VAT)
PHP10.412/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 180 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 860080674013 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 163-6750
  • Mfr. Part No. 860080674013
Subtotal (1 box of 800 units)
PHP11,760.00(exc. VAT)
PHP14.70/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 100 μF Capacitor 200V dc, Through Hole - 860241081007
  • RS Stock No. 275-9141
  • Mfr. Part No. 860241081007
Subtotal (1 box of 200 units)
PHP31,908.80(exc. VAT)
PHP159.544/unit
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QANTEK 11.0592 MHz Crystal ±20 ppm HC-49 2-Pin 3.5 mm 11.05 mm 4.65mm
  • RS Stock No. 814-9421
  • Mfr. Part No. QCL11.0592F18B23B
Subtotal (1 bag of 10 units)
PHP138.18(exc. VAT)
PHP13.818/unit
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KYOCERA AVX 470 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, ±1 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 135-6623
  • Mfr. Part No. 08051A471FAT2A
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PHP913.90(exc. VAT)
PHP9.139/unit
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TE Connectivity 27 kΩ Metal Film Resistor 0.6 W 1 % LR1F27K
  • RS Stock No. 148-837
  • Mfr. Part No. LR1F27K
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PHP25.48(exc. VAT)
PHP2.548/unit
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Nichicon 47000 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Snap-in - LGU1C473MELC
  • RS Stock No. 167-1521
  • Mfr. Part No. LGU1C473MELC
Subtotal (1 bag of 200 units)
PHP64,400.20(exc. VAT)
PHP322.001/unit
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