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Subject:Tantalum capacitors
From:Johan Nyberg
Date:Sun, 10 May 1998 08:02:13 +0100

Alain, and all vanagoners.

I'm not an expert, but I do have some experience with electronics.

The problem with your 22mF/35V capacitor is that it's failed, not that it's
35 volts. My guess is that the heat in the engine bay took it out.
Use the highest temperature spec available. There is a special "automotive"
spec, with reason.

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    Johan Nyberg, Sweden N 59o E 17o 25"
    '86 Caravelle C
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