Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: cap question

It explodes and if the crap flying out doesn't get you the stink will.

After exploding my first electrolytic I became convinced that they put used
baby diapers in these things.

Tim
[Denver, CO]

----- Original Message -----
> Scott,
>
> What happens if you exceed the rated voltage on a big cap? Does it
> just short and the fuse blows or is it a bit more serious? I just
> upped my power and am running 36 v through a 40V rated, 65,000 mfd cap.
>
> Roger Nicholas
> Akron OH