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 10000 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 739-5295
  • Mfr. Part No. UVY1E103MHD
Subtotal (1 unit)
$6.70(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 3.3 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 711-2119
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
$10.30(exc. GST)
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EPCOS 1000 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Snap-in
  • RS Stock No. 209-8688
  • Mfr. Part No. B43630A5108M060
Subtotal (1 unit)
$39.72(exc. GST)
Temporarily out of stock
Okaya Electric Industries CF99 Film Capacitor, 4.7 μF 630 V dc
  • RS Stock No. 189-6813
  • Mfr. Part No. CF99MPP2J475K
Subtotal (1 unit)
$39.27(exc. GST)
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EPCOS B32672P Film Capacitor 680 nF 160V ac 450 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS Stock No. 882-9297
  • Mfr. Part No. B32672P4684K000
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
$13.88(exc. GST)
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KEMET PME271 Paper Capacitor X2 275V ac 275 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 210-500
  • Mfr. Part No. PME271M610MR30
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
$29.62(exc. GST)
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EPCOS B32620 Film Capacitor 22 nF 250V ac 250 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS Stock No. 896-1515
  • Mfr. Part No. B32620A3223J000
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
$7.74(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 47 μF Capacitor 16V dc, Radial, Through Hole - ECA1CM470 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 228-6644
  • Mfr. Part No. ECA1CM470
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
$2.08(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 330 μF Capacitor 50V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 711-1472
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
$5.58(exc. GST)
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Nichicon 33 μF Capacitor 250V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 762-1884
  • Mfr. Part No. UBT2E330MHD8
Subtotal (1 pack of 2 units)
$6.70(exc. GST)
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EPCOS B32529 Film Capacitor 33 nF 250V ac 250 V dc, Through Hole 2
  • RS Stock No. 896-1376
  • Mfr. Part No. B32529C3333J000
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
$9.65(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 10 μF Aluminium Electrolytic Capacitor 50V dc, Through Hole - EEUFC1H100L Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 571-256
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1H100L
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
$3.75(exc. GST)
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Ducati Energia 4.16.10 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 15 μF 450V ac, Stud Mount
  • RS Stock No. 388-8005
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.10.22.64
Subtotal (1 unit)
$19.75(exc. GST)
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TDK Single Layer Ceramic Capacitor 10 pF 1kV dc ±5 %, CC45, Through Hole 125 °C Max Op. Temp.
  • RS Stock No. 262-1843
  • Mfr. Part No. CC45SL3AD100JYNNA
Subtotal (1 bag of 10 units)
$3.26(exc. GST)
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WIMA MKS2 Film Capacitor 100 nF 63V ac 100 V dc, Through Hole
  • RS Stock No. 108-2700
  • Mfr. Part No. MKS2D031001A00KI00
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
$7.38(exc. GST)
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TDK 1 μF Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor, 50V dc, +10 %, Through Hole Radial
  • RS Stock No. 194-0550
  • Mfr. Part No. FG28X5R1H105KRT00
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
$4.33(exc. GST)
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Ducati Energia 4.16.10 Film Capacitor, ±5 %, 10 μF 500V ac, Stud Mount
  • RS Stock No. 388-7715
  • Mfr. Part No. 4.16.10.15.14
Subtotal (1 unit)
$21.72(exc. GST)
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RS PRO 10 μF Capacitor 450V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 711-2129
Subtotal (1 pack of 10 units)
$8.56(exc. GST)
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Wurth Elektronik 3.3 μF Capacitor 400V dc, Radial, Through Hole Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 839-8712
  • Mfr. Part No. 860021373005
Subtotal (1 pack of 25 units)
$13.70(exc. GST)
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Panasonic 820 μF Capacitor 25V dc, Radial, Through Hole - EEUFC1E821 Radial Lead
  • RS Stock No. 315-0603
  • Mfr. Part No. EEUFC1E821
Subtotal (1 pack of 5 units)
$8.47(exc. GST)
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