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Capacitor size... does it matter?

Old 07-13-2006, 11:10 AM
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Capacitor size... does it matter?

Just wondering if size in capacitor mean something. I ask because I just received a new 3 farad cap about the same size of my 1 farad cap..
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Old 07-13-2006, 11:49 AM
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The bigger the better. More importantly, a capacitor should always have a Volt meter on it and ........ and blinking lights
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Old 07-13-2006, 11:52 AM
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how/why are you useing one ?
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i have one in my set-up ,if i was going to do it in my next set-up i will remove mine yes i have a 10f cap/powergrid
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Old 07-13-2006, 12:45 PM
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Thanks for the comments but this not answer my question
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Old 07-13-2006, 06:50 PM
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The Size of a cap can affect its TRUE rating, however different internal components can be used to change its porperties. a 3farad the size of a 1 farad may be alittle fishy but, read up on it before passing judgement.
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