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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Murata 100μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor MLCC, 6.3V dc V, ±20% , SMD
  • RS Stock No. 846-7363P
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM32EE70J107ME15L
Subtotal 5 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
SGD3.27(exc. GST)
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KEMET 100μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor MLCC, 10V dc V, ±20% , SMD
  • RS Stock No. 841-0809P
  • Mfr. Part No. C1210C107M8PACTU
Subtotal 5 units (supplied on a continuous strip)
SGD7.79(exc. GST)
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TDK 10μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor MLCC, 50V dc V, ±10% , SMD
  • RS Stock No. 179-5973
  • Mfr. Part No. C3225X7S1H106K250AE
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
SGD11.02(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 180μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 450V dc, Snap-In - LGL2W181MELA30
  • RS Stock No. 714-8604
  • Mfr. Part No. LGL2W181MELA30
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD10.37(exc. GST)
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Murata 100μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor MLCC, 6.3V dc V, ±20% , SMD
  • RS Stock No. 846-7363
  • Mfr. Part No. GRM32EE70J107ME15L
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD3.27(exc. GST)
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Ducati Energia 4.16.10 Polypropylene Film Capacitor, 400 → 500V ac, ±5%, 12μF, Stud Mount
  • RS Stock No. 388-7721
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.10.17.14
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD9.36(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 1000μF Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Through Hole - UVK1V102MHD
  • RS Stock No. 475-8006
  • Mfr. Part No. UVK1V102MHD
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD5.76(exc. GST)
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EPCOS 22000μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 63V dc, Screw Terminal - B41456B8229M600
  • RS Stock No. 255-0248
  • Mfr. Part No. B41456B8229M600
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD29.31(exc. GST)
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KEMET 100nF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor MLCC, 100V dc V, ±10% , SMD
  • RS Stock No. 434-8104
  • Mfr. Part No. C1206C104K1RACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
SGD3.00(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 560μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 6.3V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFM0J561
  • RS Stock No. 526-1036
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFM0J561
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD2.31(exc. GST)
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Vishay 10 μF Tantalum Tantalum Capacitor 35 V, Surface Mount, T51 Series
  • RS Stock No. 250-7651
  • Mfr. Part No. T51D106M035C0120
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD2.56(exc. GST)
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KEMET PME271 Paper Capacitor, 275V ac, ±20%, 47nF, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 210-487
  • Mfr. Part No. PME271M547MR30
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD9.71(exc. GST)
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KEMET 10000μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 40V dc, Solder Lug - ALT22A103CB040
  • RS Stock No. 339-7903
  • Mfr. Part No. ALT22A103CB040
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD16.86(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 1000μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UPS1V102MHD
  • RS Stock No. 519-4201
  • Mfr. Part No. UPS1V102MHD
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD7.88(exc. GST)
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Rubycon 22μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 63V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 63PK22MEFC5X11
  • RS Stock No. 763-9481
  • Mfr. Part No. 63PK22MEFC5X11
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
SGD4.575(exc. GST)
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KEMET 220 μF Surface Mount Polymer Capacitor, 16 V
  • RS Stock No. 173-6982
  • Mfr. Part No. T521X227M016ATE035
Subtotal (1 reel of 500 units)
SGD1,227.50(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 390μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 400V dc, Snap-In - LGG2G391MELC30
  • RS Stock No. 846-6815
  • Mfr. Part No. LGG2G391MELC30
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD8.81(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 100μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UVR1H101MPD
  • RS Stock No. 520-0996P
  • Mfr. Part No. UVR1H101MPD
Subtotal 25 units (supplied in a bag)
SGD4.55(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
Vishay 1 μF MnO2 Tantalum Capacitor 40 V, Through Hole, 790D Series
  • RS Stock No. 684-4856
  • Mfr. Part No. 790D105X9040A2BE3
Subtotal (1 unit)
SGD6.63(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 22μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 35V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1VM220
  • RS Stock No. 228-6723
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1VM220
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
SGD1.32(exc. GST)
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