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.

RS is a supplier of passive components with a wide variety of quality products from leading manufacturers across the world.

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Isabellenhutte VMP 68 mΩ, 2010 Metal Alloy Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % Surface 3 W
  • RS Stock No. 210-5159P
  • Mfr. Part No. VMP-R068-1.0-U
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KYOCERA AVX 68 μF Surface Mount Polymer Capacitor, 10V dc
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PHP380.24(exc. VAT)
PHP76.048/unit
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TE Connectivity NEOHM SMA-Q 4.75 Ω, 0102 Thin Film Surface Mount Fixed Resistor 1 % Surface 0.3 W - SMA-Q0102FTDL4R75
  • RS Stock No. 590-231
  • Mfr. Part No. SMA-Q0102FTDL4R75
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PHP6.345/unit
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Arcol, 75 Ω 25 W Wirewound Chassis Mount Resistor ±5 %
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  • Mfr. Part No. HS25 75R J
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PHP231.42/unit
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TE Connectivity TLM 22 mΩ, 1206 Metal Strip ±1 % 0.5 W - TLM2BDR022FTE
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  • Mfr. Part No. TLM2BDR022FTE
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PHP10.878/unit
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Vishay, PRAHT100 5 kΩ 0.1 % ISOL Resistor Array, 4 Resistors, 0.01 W total, 0603, Convex
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PHP728.935/unit
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Rubycon 10 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 50YXF10M5X11 Radial Lead
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  • Mfr. Part No. 50YXF10M5X11
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PHP18.938/unit
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Panasonic 5600 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V, Surface Mount Solder - EEUFR1C562B Taping
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  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1C562B
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KOA RN73 4.7 kΩ, 0805 Metal Film Surface Mount Resistor ±0.1 % 0.125 W - RN73R2ATTD4701B10
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Abracon 32.768 kHz Crystal ±20 ppm 1.48 mm 6.7 mm 1.5mm
  • RS Stock No. 171-0200
  • Mfr. Part No. AB26TRQ-32.768KHZ-T
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PHP38.76/unit
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TDK B32654 Film Capacitor 47 nF 250V ac 630 V dc, Through Hole 2
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  • Mfr. Part No. B32652A6473K000
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PHP43.91/unit
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Arcol 2 Ω Non-Inductive Resistor 100 W 1 % AP101 2R F 300PPM
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  • Mfr. Part No. AP101 2R F 300PPM
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Wurth Elektronik, WE-PD Shielded Power Inductor with a Ferrite Core, 1.0 μH ±25 % 5 A Idc
  • RS Stock No. 484-696
  • Mfr. Part No. 7447786001
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Panasonic ERJT06 10 kΩ, 0805 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±5 % 0.25 W - ERJT06J103V
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  • Mfr. Part No. ERJT06J103V
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PHP13.74(exc. VAT)
PHP2.748/unit
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FUSS-EMV 600 μH Leaded Inductor, 104 A Idc 1500V, ZKD400/800
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Panasonic 22 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Surface Mount Solder 1000
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  • Mfr. Part No. EEEHB1V220AP
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Abracon 12 MHz Crystal 20 ppm Surface Mount 2-Pin 4.2 mm 11.4 mm 4.7mm
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  • Mfr. Part No. ABLS-12.000MHZ-B2-T
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KOA RK73H 2 kΩ, 2010 Thick Film Surface Mount Resistor ±1 % 0.75 W - RK73HW2HTTE2001F
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Panasonic ERJPC6 665 Ω, Tape & Reel Thick Film Resistor Thick Film Resistor ±0.1 to 0.5 % Surface 0.25 W - ERJPC6B6650V
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PHP5.348/unit
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Yageo 220 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±1 %, Surface
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  • Mfr. Part No. CC0603FRNPO9BN221
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