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.
Aluminium Capacitors
Aluminium Capacitors
Array Capacitors
Array Capacitors
Capacitors Accessories
Capacitors Accessories
Feedthrough Capacitors
Feedthrough Capacitors
Film Capacitors
Film Capacitors
MLCCs - Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors
MLCCs - Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors
Mica Capacitors
Mica Capacitors
Multilayer Organic Capacitors
Multilayer Organic Capacitors
Niobium Oxide Capacitors
Niobium Oxide Capacitors
Polymer Capacitors
Polymer Capacitors
Power Factor Correction Capacitors
Power Factor Correction Capacitors
Single Layer Ceramic Capacitors
Single Layer Ceramic Capacitors
Supercapacitors
Supercapacitors
Tantalum Capacitors
Tantalum Capacitors
Variable Trimmer Capacitors
Variable Trimmer Capacitors

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RS PRO 100 μF Electrolytic Tantalum Electrolytic Capacitor 16 V, Through Hole, CB Series
  • RS Stock No. 181-4706
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
PHP671.14(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 220μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-1264
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
PHP407.20(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO Polypropylene Film Capacitor, 440V ac, ±10%, 2μF, Screw Mount
  • RS Stock No. 196-4731
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP519.76(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 10μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-1425
Subtotal (1 pack of 100 units)
PHP455.90(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 680μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-0961
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
PHP319.40(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 330 pF Mica Capacitor 500 V dc ±1 % Tolerance, D Radial
  • RS Stock No. 495-802
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
PHP1,920.33(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 4700μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 63V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-1668
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
PHP795.68(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO Polypropylene Film Capacitor, 440V ac, ±10%, 1μF, Screw Mount
  • RS Stock No. 196-4501
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP481.57(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO Polypropylene Film Capacitor, 440V ac, ±10%, 4μF, Screw Mount
  • RS Stock No. 196-4753
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP655.32(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 33μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-0924
Subtotal (1 pack of 100 units)
PHP390.00(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 330μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 450V dc, Snap-In
  • RS Stock No. 706-3336P
Subtotal 1 unit (supplied in a bag)
PHP465.60(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 1500μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-0993
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
PHP262.65(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 10μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 400V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-2046
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
PHP319.01(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 100 nF 50 V ±10 % X7R Dielectric, RD, Through Hole 125 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS Stock No. 180-5103
Subtotal (1 pack of 125 units)
PHP467.25(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 0.47 F Supercapacitor -20 to 80 % Tolerance 5.5 V dc, PCB
  • RS Stock No. 184-5563
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
PHP549.60(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 3300μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-1182
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
PHP342.13(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 330μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 181-5405
Subtotal (1 pack of 100 units)
PHP727.20(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 22μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 707-5705
Subtotal (1 pack of 100 units)
PHP470.60(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO Polypropylene Film Capacitor, 440V ac, ±10%, 4μF, Screw Mount
  • RS Stock No. 196-4652
Subtotal (1 unit)
PHP568.80(exc. VAT)
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RS PRO 1000μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 10V dc, Radial, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 711-0848
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
PHP236.55(exc. VAT)
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