EDM capacitors and voltage
Posted by
turbulatordude <davemucha@j...
on 2003-01-06 18:25:47 UTC
Hi all,
I'm still working on the EDM project and have to make a decision on
which way to go.
From what I have read, the work performed is measure in joules. the
higher the joules, the faster the work.
If I go low voltage, I need a higher capacity cap(s) Using the
formula from the Build an EDM, it is
work(joules)=0.5 x capacitance X ((voltage)^2)
That said, a 700uF cap at 85 volts is roughly the same as a 100uF at
311 volts. (220 x 1.414 = 311)
Seems decent caps of high ratings are hard to find. a Motor run
capacitor is easy to find, are rated in high voltages, should work
but are limited to about 50uF in capacities.
If anyone knows of a good source for caps, please let me know.
McMaster Carr offers poly-metalized motor run caps for around $19.00
per 50uf@370V. stock # 7602K38
Have I got this right ? am I on the right track ? does higher
voltage create any problems ? I'm hoping to avoid some shocking
discoveries.
I know all the good talk radio is AM thses days, but, I'll not mind
if I just create some static.
And in response to the recent request from our fearless leader, I'll
offer some thanks in advance to save the bandwidth later on.
Thanks in advance !
Dave
I'm still working on the EDM project and have to make a decision on
which way to go.
From what I have read, the work performed is measure in joules. the
higher the joules, the faster the work.
If I go low voltage, I need a higher capacity cap(s) Using the
formula from the Build an EDM, it is
work(joules)=0.5 x capacitance X ((voltage)^2)
That said, a 700uF cap at 85 volts is roughly the same as a 100uF at
311 volts. (220 x 1.414 = 311)
Seems decent caps of high ratings are hard to find. a Motor run
capacitor is easy to find, are rated in high voltages, should work
but are limited to about 50uF in capacities.
If anyone knows of a good source for caps, please let me know.
McMaster Carr offers poly-metalized motor run caps for around $19.00
per 50uf@370V. stock # 7602K38
Have I got this right ? am I on the right track ? does higher
voltage create any problems ? I'm hoping to avoid some shocking
discoveries.
I know all the good talk radio is AM thses days, but, I'll not mind
if I just create some static.
And in response to the recent request from our fearless leader, I'll
offer some thanks in advance to save the bandwidth later on.
Thanks in advance !
Dave
Discussion Thread
turbulatordude <davemucha@j...
2003-01-06 18:25:47 UTC
EDM capacitors and voltage
Jon Elson
2003-01-06 22:39:28 UTC
Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] EDM capacitors and voltage
James Stevens
2003-01-07 08:08:04 UTC
Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] EDM capacitors and voltage
turbulatordude <davemucha@j...
2003-01-07 09:25:59 UTC
Re: EDM capacitors and voltage
Bob Simon
2003-01-07 10:29:41 UTC
Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: EDM capacitors and voltage
Jon Elson
2003-01-07 10:37:03 UTC
Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: EDM capacitors and voltage