Capacitors

Capacitors are passive electrical components found in almost all electronics applications. Our range includes over 60,000 different capacitors including aluminium, tantalum, polymer, polyester film and ceramic capacitors. We source from globally renowned manufacturers AVX, Murata, KEMET, Panasonic, TDK and many more, so that you can rely on performance.

What is a capacitor and what does it do?

A capacitor is a device used to store energy as an electric charge, similar to a battery but they are able to release the charge much faster. The amount it's able to store is known as capacitance, this is measured in Farads (F). They comprise 2 metal plates (conductors) separated by an electrical insulator (dielectric).

What capacitor types are available?

There are many different types available with detailed specifications for their required function. The main elements are available in varying materials and these determine many properties of the capacitor. Some factors to consider are:

  • Metal plate material - e.g silver, tantalum, aluminium
  • Dielectric plate material - paper, film, ceramic, glass
  • Max voltage - cannot be exceeded or the device will break
  • Size - capacitance and dimensions
  • Tolerance - variance on the capacitance value
  • Mounting type - how it is fixed to the circuit
  • ESR (Equivalent series resistance) - resistance of the terminals

Applications of capacitors

Capacitors are found all around us, they are used in most electronics from fans to hybrid electric cars - there are over 500 just in a typical smartphone. Here are some of their uses:

  • Decoupling capacitors - can control high-frequency noise, removing voltage ripples from the power supply.
  • Energy storage and supply - deliver stored energy bursts quickly, like a camera flash for example.
  • Signal filtering - they are able to block low-frequency signals and allow higher-frequencies to pass through. Useful in telecommunications.

50240 Products showing for Capacitors

Sort By
475 of 999+
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 846-7331
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM31A5C2J470JW01D
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
PHP139.175(exc. VAT)
PHP5.567/unit
Currently unavailable
  • RS Stock No. 249-0424
  • Mfr. Part No. TCJY107M010R0018E
Subtotal (1 tape of 10 units)
PHP1,281.14(exc. VAT)
PHP128.114/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 846-7117
  • Mfr. Part No. LLS1J332MELA
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
PHP488.66(exc. VAT)
PHP244.33/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 815-1632
  • Mfr. Part No. GJM1555C1H7R5CB01D
Subtotal (1 pack of 250 units)
PHP255.00(exc. VAT)
PHP1.02/unit
Temporarily out of stock
  • RS Stock No. 434-048
  • Mfr. Part No. EEHZL1E221XV
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
PHP927.00(exc. VAT)
PHP185.40/unit
Temporarily out of stock
  • RS Stock No. 163-6275
  • Mfr. Part No. 860240374006
Subtotal (1 box of 800 units)
PHP9,517.60(exc. VAT)
PHP11.897/unit
Temporarily out of stock
  • RS Stock No. 146-4148
  • Mfr. Part No. C0402C393K3RACTU
Subtotal (1 reel of 10000 units)
PHP8,700.00(exc. VAT)
PHP0.87/unit
Temporarily out of stock
  • RS Stock No. 247-7794
  • Mfr. Part No. GCM1555C1H180JA16D
Subtotal (1 reel of 10000 units)
PHP4,290.00(exc. VAT)
PHP0.429/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 869-0803
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR2A101
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
PHP404.23(exc. VAT)
PHP80.846/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 312-1469P
  • Mfr. Part No. R82DC3100DQ50J
Subtotal 10 units (supplied as a tape)
PHP84.00(exc. VAT)
PHP8.40/unit
Temporarily out of stock
  • RS Stock No. 243-7276
  • Mfr. Part No. UCY2H470MHD6
Subtotal (1 pack of 50 units)
PHP8,711.50(exc. VAT)
PHP174.23/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 240-5660
  • Mfr. Part No. MSASE32MAB5107MPNA01
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
PHP864.37(exc. VAT)
PHP86.437/unit
Stocked by manufacturer
  • RS Stock No. 654-569
  • Mfr. Part No. BLRCH620A000B48
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP117,890.86(exc. VAT)
PHP117,890.86/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 135-6577
  • Mfr. Part No. 06031C222JAT2A
Subtotal (1 bag of 100 units)
PHP432.30(exc. VAT)
PHP4.323/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 194-0462
  • Mfr. Part No. FG28C0G1H470JNT00
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
PHP76.21(exc. VAT)
PHP7.621/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 783-128
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEHD1J100P
Subtotal (1 tape of 5 units)
PHP222.21(exc. VAT)
PHP44.442/unit
Temporarily out of stock
  • RS Stock No. 210-5768
  • Mfr. Part No. EEHAZT1H101B
Subtotal (1 tape of 2 units)
PHP265.04(exc. VAT)
PHP132.52/unit
Temporarily out of stock
  • RS Stock No. 163-6902
  • Mfr. Part No. 860130475006
Subtotal (1 box of 600 units)
PHP8,957.40(exc. VAT)
PHP14.929/unit
Currently unavailable
  • RS Stock No. 136-1499
  • Mfr. Part No. MAL229957681E3
Subtotal (1 box of 50 units)
PHP71,380.50(exc. VAT)
PHP1,427.61/unit
In Stock
  • RS Stock No. 107-8143
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA2AM4R7
Subtotal (1 bag of 200 units)
PHP1,072.40(exc. VAT)
PHP5.362/unit
Results per page