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
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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KEMET 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, 5 %, Surface Mount
  • RS Stock No. 205-3265
  • Mfr. Part No. C0805C104J1RACTU
Subtotal (1 tape of 25 units)
SGD4.60(exc. GST)
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KEMET R46 Film Capacitor X2, ±20 %, 100 nF 310 V dc 310V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 126-2232
  • Mfr. Part No. R463I310040M1M
Subtotal (1 pack of 20 units)
SGD9.62(exc. GST)
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KEMET 4700 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Screw - ALS40A472DB063
  • RS Stock No. 381-9891
  • Mfr. Part No. ALS40A472DB063
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD22.07(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 330 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UHE1V331MPD PC Pin
  • RS Stock No. 491-0074
  • Mfr. Part No. UHE1V331MPD
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD2.65(exc. GST)
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Murata 10 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 820-0661
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM033R61E103KA12D
Subtotal (1 reel of 500 units)
SGD4.50(exc. GST)
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KEMET 22000 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Screw - PEH200MJ5220MU2
  • RS Stock No. 189-793
  • Mfr. Part No. PEH200MJ5220MU2
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD76.45(exc. GST)
Last RS stock
Vishay Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 4.7 nF 3kV dc ±10 % X7R Dielectric, 564R, Through Hole 105 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS Stock No. 831-3225
  • Mfr. Part No. 564R30TSD47
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD3.58(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 470 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Radial - EEUFC1C471L Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 628-3807
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1C471L
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD3.20(exc. GST)
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Rubycon 47 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 63YXJ47M6.3X11 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 749-7212
  • Mfr. Part No. 63YXJ47M6.3X11
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
SGD4.65(exc. GST)
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Vishay 100 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 20V dc, Surface, 593D Series
  • RS Stock No. 684-4480
  • Mfr. Part No. 593D107X9020E2TE3
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD11.16(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 100 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 181-5354
Subtotal (1 pack of 100 units)
SGD14.40(exc. GST)
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CHEMI-CON 10000 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Snap-in - EKMQ250ELL103MM40S Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 144-6961
  • Mfr. Part No. EKMQ250ELL103MM40S
Subtotal (1 bag of 50 units)
SGD224.65(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 1000 μF Capacitor 200V dc, Snap-in - LGG2D102MELB30
  • RS Stock No. 846-6795
  • Mfr. Part No. LGG2D102MELB30
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD9.73(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 1800 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Through Hole - EEUFK1A182L Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 571-331
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFK1A182L
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD7.58(exc. GST)
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Wurth Elektronik 150 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 840-4778
  • Mfr. Part No. 860020272007
Subtotal (1 pack of 50 units)
SGD7.00(exc. GST)
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Vishay MKT 1822 Film Capacitor 100 nF 63V ac 100 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 166-8433
  • Mfr. Part No. MKT1822410015
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
SGD11.86(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 4700 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Snap-in
  • RS Stock No. 846-7088
  • Mfr. Part No. LLS1V472MELZ
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
SGD8.21(exc. GST)
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Rubycon 1200 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 35ZLH1200MEFC12.5X25
  • RS Stock No. 703-7567
  • Mfr. Part No. 35ZLH1200MEFC12.5X25
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD8.41(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 22 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1VM220 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 228-6723
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1VM220
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD1.32(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 2200 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 240-3759
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1HAM222X
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD10.50(exc. GST)
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