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Podcast: HVAC School - For Techs, By Techs
Episode: Run Capacitor Facts You May Not Know
Description: In this episode, we cover some common misconceptions about run capacitors, some easy ways to test them, and some tips on working with them. A run capacitor is a power storage device; it contains oil to dissipate heat and some thin metal plates wrapped in a spiral. Capacitors also contain plastic insulation between the metal plates to keep the power separate; electrons should NOT cross the insulation, and there should be a charge difference between the plates. Current also does NOT flow through the capacitor; capacitors merely store and discharge power. Capacitors also do NOT...