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
Multilayer Organic Capacitors
Multilayer Organic Capacitors
Niobium Oxide Capacitors
Niobium Oxide 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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Nichicon 680 μF Capacitor 200 V dc, Snap-in - LGG2D681MELA30
  • RS Stock No. 846-6786
  • Mfr. Part No. LGG2D681MELA30
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD163.00(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 3300 μF Capacitor 25 V dc, Radial, Through Hole - UPW1E332MHD Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 715-2690
  • Mfr. Part No. UPW1E332MHD
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TWD337.00(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 1000 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50 V dc, Through Hole - EEUFM1H102 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 526-1604
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFM1H102
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TWD312.00(exc. GST)
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CHEMI-CON 560 μF Capacitor 400 V dc, Snap-in - EKMQ401VSN561MA40S
  • RS Stock No. 841-4775
  • Mfr. Part No. EKMQ401VSN561MA40S
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD270.00(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 1000 μF Capacitor 16 V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFR1C102 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 708-3649
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFR1C102
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
TWD169.00(exc. GST)
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Vishay Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 4.7 nF 6kV dc ±20 % Z5U Dielectric, 564R, Through Hole 105 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS Stock No. 831-3250
  • Mfr. Part No. 564R60GAD47
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD139.00(exc. GST)
Being discontinued
TDK 12 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V, ±5 % Radial
  • RS Stock No. 194-0445
  • Mfr. Part No. FG28C0G1H120JNT00
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
TWD28.00(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 2200 μF Capacitor 25 V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 711-1160
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TWD200.00(exc. GST)
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Rubycon 1800 μF Capacitor 10 V dc, Radial, Through Hole - 10ZLJ1800M10X20 PC Pin
  • RS Stock No. 725-8934
  • Mfr. Part No. 10ZLJ1800M10X20
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
TWD165.00(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 2200 μF Capacitor 16 V dc, Axial, Through Hole Axial
  • RS Stock No. 707-6663
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
TWD243.00(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
Panasonic 82 μF Capacitor 25 V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 176-6390
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1E820
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
TWD135.00(exc. GST)
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CHEMI-CON 560 μF Capacitor 200 V dc, Snap-in - EKMQ201VSN561MP30S
  • RS Stock No. 841-4779
  • Mfr. Part No. EKMQ201VSN561MP30S
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD114.00(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 470 μF Capacitor 16 V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFC1C471L Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 628-3807
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1C471L
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
TWD95.00(exc. GST)
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CHEMI-CON 180 μF Capacitor 400 V dc, Snap-in
  • RS Stock No. 841-4731
  • Mfr. Part No. EKMQ401VSN181MP35S
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD150.00(exc. GST)
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KEMET 27 pF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, ±5 %, Surface Mount
  • RS Stock No. 147-409
  • Mfr. Part No. C0603C270J5GACTU
Subtotal (1 pack of 50 units)
TWD35.00(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 33 μF Capacitor 200 V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUEE2D330 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 699-7424
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUEE2D330
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
TWD130.00(exc. GST)
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KEMET 10000 μF Capacitor 40 V dc, Solder Lug
  • RS Stock No. 339-7903
  • Mfr. Part No. ALT22A103CB040
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD425.00(exc. GST)
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CHEMI-CON 470 μF Capacitor 50 V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ESMQ500ELL471MJ20S Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 146-8532
  • Mfr. Part No. ESMQ500ELL471MJ20S
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
TWD334.00(exc. GST)
Stock information currently inaccessible
Wurth Elektronik 180 μF Capacitor 400 V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 840-4753
  • Mfr. Part No. 860021381024
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD283.00(exc. GST)
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CHEMI-CON 180 μF Capacitor 400 V dc, Snap-in - EKMS401VSN181MQ25S
  • RS Stock No. 914-3793
  • Mfr. Part No. EKMS401VSN181MQ25S
Subtotal (1 unit)
TWD190.00(exc. GST)
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