treble bleed capacitor

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  1. Aug 8, 2005 #1
    maravich

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    i can't find any film caps here. can i use mylar caps instead? thanks!
     
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  2. Aug 8, 2005 #2
    unclej54

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    yes you can..you can use most caps with the exception of electrolytics as long as the specs are right.
     
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  3. Aug 9, 2005 #3
    PB Wilson

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    And you can spend a lot of money sourcing rare/mojo-filled caps, but the ones you have should work perfectly.
     
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    Scrutinizer

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    mylar is a trade name for a type of polyester film

    so...

    mylar cap = polyester film cap = "film" cap
     
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  5. Aug 9, 2005 #5
    maravich

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    thanks, guys!
     
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