RS Components

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RS Components is a global distributor of electronic, electrical, and industrial components, tools, and automation products serving engineers and businesses.

London, United Kingdom
rs-online.com
Owned by RS Group plc

About RS Components

RS Components (also known as RS or RS Online) is a global distributor of electronic, electrical, and industrial components, tools, and automation products. Serving engineers, maintenance teams, manufacturers, and hobbyists, they supply everything from semiconductors and connectors to test equipment, tooling, safety gear, and automation systems. Customers can order via rs-online.com or local RS websites, and RS supports both business (trade/credit) accounts and standard card purchases, shipping to many countries from regional distribution centres.

A charge from RS Components will usually appear after you place an order for parts, tools, or equipment through their website, by phone, or via a company purchasing system linked to RS. The amount may reflect a single order, multiple items consolidated into one payment, or a partial shipment if RS splits your order into separate deliveries. You may also see charges for delivery, VAT/sales tax, or handling fees depending on your country and order size. In some cases, you might see a temporary authorization hold when you first place the order or update your payment method; this is used to verify your card and is typically released within a few days.

If you’re unsure about an RS Components charge, first log in to your RS account at rs-online.com (or your local RS site) and check your order history and invoices for the date and amount that matches the charge. Many businesses purchase from RS via a central account, so you may need to ask your company’s purchasing or engineering team whether they placed an RS order on your behalf. For questions, changes, or refund/return requests, contact RS via the “Contact Us” or “Customer Service” section of your local RS website, where you’ll find phone, email, and online form options; have your order number, invoice number, and the exact amount/date of the bank charge ready to speed up resolution.

Bank Statement Variations

3 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to RS Components.

  1. RS Components 440776947 AU
  2. RS Components Pty Ltd Smithfield AU
  3. RS Components Pty Ltd Smithfield AUS

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did I get a charge from RS Components on my card or bank statement?

Most RS Components charges come from purchasing electronic or industrial parts, tools, or equipment through rs-online.com, a local RS website, or by phone. The charge will usually match the total of your order including any delivery charges and taxes. Check your email for an RS order confirmation or log in to your RS account to view recent orders and invoices that line up with the date and amount of the charge.

Why do I see multiple RS Components charges on the same day or within a short period?

Multiple RS charges can occur if you placed several orders separately (for example, through different purchasing systems or carts) or if RS processed items from your order in multiple shipments. In some regions, RS may also bill separately for back-ordered items when they become available. Review your RS order history and invoices—each charge should correspond to a specific order or shipment listed there.

What are common charge amounts or patterns for RS Components?

RS Components transactions can range from small amounts for a few components or tools to larger amounts for bulk orders, test equipment, or automation products. You may see amounts that include delivery fees, packaging, and VAT/sales tax, so the final card charge can be slightly higher than the net goods value shown in a quote. Business customers with trade accounts might not see individual card charges at all, but instead receive periodic invoices paid by bank transfer according to agreed terms.

Why do I see a small or pending RS Components charge that later disappears?

RS may place a small temporary authorization (often a low amount or a pre-authorization for the full order value) when you add or update your payment card or when the order is first processed. This is not a completed sale but a hold your bank uses to confirm the card is valid. It should automatically drop off or be replaced by the final settled transaction within a few business days, depending on your bank’s policies.

How can I cancel or change an RS Components order to avoid or adjust a charge?

If your order has not yet been picked or dispatched, RS customer service may be able to cancel it or remove individual line items. Log in to your RS account to check the status of your order and then contact RS via the customer service details listed on your local RS website with your order number ready. Once goods have shipped, you will usually need to follow RS’s returns process instead of cancelling, and any shipping already incurred may not be refundable—check the terms for your country.

How do refunds and returns work for RS Components charges?

RS generally allows returns for most stocked products within a defined period (often around 30 days from delivery), provided items are unused and in resalable condition; some customized, cut-to-length, or special-order items may be excluded. To request a refund, initiate a return through your RS online account or contact customer service with your order or invoice number and details of the items you’re returning. Once RS receives and processes the return, the refund is typically issued back to the original payment method and may take several business days to appear on your bank statement.

How can I get a copy of the invoice or receipt for the RS Components charge I see?

Sign in to your RS account on rs-online.com or your local RS site, then go to your Order History or Invoices section to download PDF invoices and delivery notes for completed orders. If you ordered by phone or through a business purchasing system and don’t see the order online, your company’s purchasing/accounts team may hold the invoice. If you still can’t locate it, contact RS customer service with the date, amount, and last four digits of the card used and they can usually locate and resend the invoice.

I use an RS trade/credit account—why do I still see a card charge from RS Components?

Some RS customers have both a trade/credit account (where purchases are billed by invoice) and the option to pay immediately by card at checkout. If the person placing the order selected card payment instead of “charge to account,” the transaction will appear as a card charge rather than on your monthly RS statement. Check the order confirmation or talk to your purchasing team to confirm which payment method was chosen for that specific order.

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