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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Rubycon 1000 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Through Hole - 25ZLJ1000M10X20 PC Pin
  • RS Stock No. 725-8962
  • Mfr. Part No. 25ZLJ1000M10X20
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
SGD5.90(exc. GST)
SGD1.18/unit
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Wurth Elektronik 100 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Through Hole - 860010272005 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 839-7197
  • Mfr. Part No. 860010272005
Subtotal (50 units, in packs of 50)
SGD7.15(exc. GST)
SGD0.143/unit
Being discontinued
Nichicon 220 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UBT1H221MPD8 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 762-1755
  • Mfr. Part No. UBT1H221MPD8
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
SGD6.80(exc. GST)
SGD1.36/unit
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Nichicon 470 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 165-3922
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW1E471MPD
Subtotal (200 units, in boxes of 200)
SGD59.20(exc. GST)
SGD0.296/unit
Temporarily out of stock
Murata 47 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 10V dc, ±20 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 276-3763P
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM21BR61A476ME15L
Subtotal (10 units, supplied on a continuous strip)
SGD3.65(exc. GST)
SGD0.365/unit
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Nichicon 10 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Surface Solder - UUA1H100MCL1GS
  • RS Stock No. 490-8116
  • Mfr. Part No. UUA1H100MCL1GS
Subtotal (10 units, in packs of 10)
SGD4.12(exc. GST)
SGD0.412/unit
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KEMET C4AQ Polypropylene Capacitor, 5 %, 1 μF 1.3 kV dc, PCB
  • RS Stock No. 207-9001
  • Mfr. Part No. C4AQULU4100A11J
Subtotal (2 units, in packs of 2)
SGD6.40(exc. GST)
SGD3.20/unit
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Vishay 4700 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Snap-in - MAL205858472E3 Snap-In
  • RS Stock No. 166-8045
  • Mfr. Part No. MAL205858472E3
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD25.55(exc. GST)
SGD25.55/unit
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Panasonic 220 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Radial - EEHAZKV221UB
  • RS Stock No. 210-5742
  • Mfr. Part No. EEHAZKV221UB
Subtotal (2 units, on tapes of 2)
SGD4.92(exc. GST)
SGD2.46/unit
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Rubycon 10 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 63YXJ10M5X11 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 749-7218
  • Mfr. Part No. 63YXJ10M5X11
Subtotal (25 units, in packs of 25)
SGD4.35(exc. GST)
SGD0.174/unit
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Panasonic 4.7 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECEA1HKS4R7 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 117-029
  • Mfr. Part No. ECEA1HKS4R7
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
SGD1.62(exc. GST)
SGD0.324/unit
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Nichicon 820 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole PC Pin
  • RS Stock No. 715-2574
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW1C821MPD
Subtotal (10 units, in packs of 10)
SGD5.62(exc. GST)
SGD0.562/unit
Temporarily out of stock
WIMA MKS4 Film Capacitor 100 nF 160V ac 250 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 116-565
  • Mfr. Part No. MKS4F031003C00KI00
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
SGD11.78(exc. GST)
SGD2.356/unit
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Ducati Energia 4.16.17 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 2.5 μF 450V ac, Plug-in
  • RS Stock No. 163-1893
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.17.03.64
Subtotal (1 unit, in bags of 1)
SGD6.41(exc. GST)
SGD6.41/bag
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KEMET Clip for use with 76 mm Dia Capacitor
  • RS Stock No. 166-8736
  • Mfr. Part No. V11
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD12.11(exc. GST)
SGD12.11/unit
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Panasonic 2200 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Through Hole - EEUFR1V222 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 708-3885
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1V222
Subtotal (2 units, in packs of 2)
SGD6.25(exc. GST)
SGD3.125/unit
Currently unavailable
WIMA MKS4 Film Capacitor 100 nF 200V ac 400 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 171-0769
  • Mfr. Part No. MKS4G031003F00KI00
Subtotal (700 units, on reels of 700)
SGD228.90(exc. GST)
SGD0.327/unit
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Vishay MKP 1837 Film Capacitor, ±1 %, 10 nF 100 V dc 63V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 166-6421
  • Mfr. Part No. MKP1837310011
Subtotal (10 units, in packs of 10)
SGD15.90(exc. GST)
SGD1.59/unit
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KEMET 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 16V dc, ±10 %, Surface
  • RS Stock No. 170-0304
  • Mfr. Part No. C0805C104K4RACTU
Subtotal (4000 units, on reels of 4000)
SGD224.00(exc. GST)
SGD0.056/unit
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Vishay 10 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 50V dc, Surface, 293D Series
  • RS Stock No. 684-3910
  • Mfr. Part No. 293D106X9050D2TE3
Subtotal (5 units, in packs of 5)
SGD18.85(exc. GST)
SGD3.77/unit
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