V1 - V2 Coupling Cap

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jferris5
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V1 - V2 Coupling Cap

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Can a 100v cap be used to couple v1 and v2 together or do I need a 600?
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Re: V1 - V2 Coupling Cap

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You need to block plate voltage (~150-200 volts) but also surge voltage at startup (~500v). So 600v caps are safe.
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