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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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)
Temporarily out of stock
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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Rubycon 33 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 450BXC33MEFC16X25 PC Pin
  • RS Stock No. 726-0739
  • Mfr. Part No. 450BXC33MEFC16X25
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD3.33(exc. GST)
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Vishay 100 nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS Stock No. 852-3277
  • Mfr. Part No. K104K15X7RF5TH5
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD0.30(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)
Temporarily out of stock
Wurth Elektronik 10 μF Through Hole Polymer Capacitor, 63V dc
  • RS Stock No. 839-2379
  • Mfr. Part No. 870055874001
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD3.87(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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RS PRO 1 μF Electrolytic Tantalum Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole, CB Series
  • RS Stock No. 181-4666
Subtotal (1 pack of 20 units)
SGD14.90(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 22 μF Capacitor 200V dc, Through Hole - EEUEE2D220 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 699-7420
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUEE2D220
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD5.46(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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RS PRO 10000 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 711-1532
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
SGD21.03(exc. GST)
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Rubycon 1000 μF Capacitor 10V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 10YXF1000M10X16 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 191-8160
  • Mfr. Part No. 10YXF1000M10X16
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD4.55(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 1000 μF Capacitor 35V dc
  • RS Stock No. 276-6098
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD1.64(exc. GST)
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KEMET C44A Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 100 μF 600 V dc 330V ac, Screw
  • RS Stock No. 123-5072
  • Mfr. Part No. C44AHGP6100ZA0J
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD88.19(exc. GST)
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KEMET C87 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 30 μF 450V ac, Chassis Mount
  • RS Stock No. 377-8841
  • Mfr. Part No. C878BF35300SA0J
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD26.38(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 100 μF Capacitor 35V dc, Surface Mount Solder
  • RS Stock No. 843-2187P
  • Mfr. Part No. UCM1V101MCL1GS
Subtotal 5 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
SGD3.76(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 10000 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUHD1E103 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 744-2060
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUHD1E103
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD7.39(exc. GST)
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KEMET 180 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Snap-in
  • RS Stock No. 181-3423
  • Mfr. Part No. ALC70A181BD450
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD10.82(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 220 μF Capacitor 63V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 711-1609
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
SGD3.16(exc. GST)
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KEMET R46 Polypropylene Film Capacitor X2, ±10 %, 47 nF 310 V dc 310V ac, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 238-4920
  • Mfr. Part No. R463F247050H7K
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
SGD3.64(exc. GST)
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