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Old 10-26-2010, 08:43 PM
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pics,

tested a few e caps since I had it off, one was a bit weak (power factor of about 35, again not bad but since I had it out to test I replaced it.

Dave,

What is the "power factor" you refer to - and how do you test it?

I've heard of value, ESR, leakage, and dielectric absorption tests for e caps, but this is the first I've heard of power factor.

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