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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Vishay F1772 Film Capacitor 47 nF 310V ac 310 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 118-154
  • Mfr. Part No. F17723472000
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
SGD30.31(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
RS PRO 3300 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 711-1523P
Subtotal 2 units (supplied in a bag)
SGD6.09(exc. GST)
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Vishay Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 3.3 nF 10kV dc -20 to 80 % Z5U Dielectric, 615R, Through Hole 105 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS Stock No. 131-1215
  • Mfr. Part No. 615R100GAD33
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD9.31(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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CHEMI-CON 82 μF Capacitor 160V dc, Through Hole - EKXJ161ELL820MJ25S Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 756-7575
  • Mfr. Part No. EKXJ161ELL820MJ25S
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD6.71(exc. GST)
Last RS stock
Vishay Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 15 pF 1kV ±5 % C0G Dielectric, 561R, Through Hole 105 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS Stock No. 831-2884
  • Mfr. Part No. 561R10TCCQ15
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD0.99(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 470 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 16V dc, Surface Mount Solder - EEEFK1C471P 500
  • RS Stock No. 537-0477
  • Mfr. Part No. EEEFK1C471P
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD5.08(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 22 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Through Hole Axial
  • RS Stock No. 707-6455
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
SGD8.70(exc. GST)
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Murata 2 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 100V dc, 0.25 pF, Through Hole Radial
  • RS Stock No. 150-4026
  • Mfr. Part No. RDE5C2A2R0C0M1H03A
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
SGD8.125(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 680 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UPW1A681MPD Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 715-2464
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW1A681MPD
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
SGD6.17(exc. GST)
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TDK 4.7 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 16V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 111-0056
  • Mfr. Part No. CGA4J3X7R1C475K125AB
Subtotal (1 reel of 2000 units)
SGD250.00(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)
Being discontinued
NIC Components 330 μF Capacitor 6.3V dc, Surface Mount Solder
  • RS Stock No. 737-9681P
  • Mfr. Part No. NACZ331M6.3V6.3X8TR13F
Subtotal 25 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
SGD7.775(exc. GST)
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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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Panasonic 56 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial - EEUFC1V560 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 315-0681
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1V560
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD2.18(exc. GST)
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TDK Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 1000 pF 3kV dc ±10 %, CK45, Through Hole 105 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS Stock No. 253-2815
  • Mfr. Part No. CK45-B3FD102KYNNA
Subtotal (1 tape of 20 units)
SGD5.84(exc. GST)
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Wurth Elektronik 100 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 839-8857
  • Mfr. Part No. 860040674004
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
SGD4.66(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 4.7 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 181-5526
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
SGD12.075(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
Genteq GEM III 27L Film Capacitor, ±6 %, 45 μF 500V ac, Screw
  • RS Stock No. 909-0721
  • Mfr. Part No. 27L945
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD54.63(exc. GST)
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Wurth Elektronik 1 μF Capacitor 100V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 839-4962
  • Mfr. Part No. 860130873002
Subtotal (1 bag of 25 units)
SGD8.925(exc. GST)
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