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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EPCOS B32021 Film Capacitor 2.2 nF 300V ac 300 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS Stock No. 466-508P
  • Mfr. Part No. B32021A3222M000
Subtotal 10 units (supplied in a bag)
SGD5.50(exc. GST)
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KEMET 10 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, ±10 %, Surface Mount
  • RS Stock No. 691-1271
  • Mfr. Part No. C1812C106K3RACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD13.06(exc. GST)
Last RS stock
Vishay 10 μF Tantalum Tantalum Capacitor 35V dc, Surface Mount, T51 Series
  • RS Stock No. 250-7651
  • Mfr. Part No. T51D106M035C0120
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD2.64(exc. GST)
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Samsung Electro-Mechanics 1 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±5 %, Surface Mount
  • RS Stock No. 257-5895P
  • Mfr. Part No. CL10C102JB81PNC
Subtotal 100 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
SGD4.20(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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Ducati Energia 4.16.10 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 30 F 500V ac, Stud Mount
  • RS Stock No. 388-7787
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.10.70.14
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD22.57(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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WIMA MKS2 Film Capacitor 220 nF 63V ac 100 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 108-2722
  • Mfr. Part No. MKS2D032201C00KSSD
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD3.47(exc. GST)
Last RS stock
Vishay MKP 339 Film Capacitor, ±20 %, 2.2 nF 310 V dc 310V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 485-6611
  • Mfr. Part No. 2222 339 20222
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
SGD17.12(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
Wurth Elektronik 10 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Surface Mount Solder - 865090368008
  • RS Stock No. 185-5130
  • Mfr. Part No. 865090368008
Subtotal (1 reel of 2000 units)
SGD498.00(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
Nichicon 4700 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 739-5320P
  • Mfr. Part No. UVY1V472MHD
Subtotal 2 units (supplied in a bag)
SGD8.08(exc. GST)
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EPCOS B32924C Film Capacitor 1.5 μF 305V ac 305 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS Stock No. 497-4141
  • Mfr. Part No. B32924C3155M000
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD13.52(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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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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Murata 4.7 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 25V dc, ±20 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 884-7276
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM188R61E475ME11D
Subtotal (1 pack of 20 units)
SGD2.32(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 4.7 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECEA1VKS4R7 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 116-903
  • Mfr. Part No. ECEA1VKS4R7
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD1.68(exc. GST)
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Ducati Energia 4.16.17 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 5 μF 450V ac, Plug-in
  • RS Stock No. 135-3585
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.17.08.06
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD8.79(exc. GST)
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Wurth Elektronik 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 16V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 839-1528
  • Mfr. Part No. 885012205037
Subtotal (1 pack of 100 units)
SGD2.80(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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