100MFD 55V

From: Dwight K. Elvey <dwight.elvey_at_amd.com>
Date: Thu Dec 4 12:05:55 2003

>From: vrs <vrs_at_msn.com>
>
>Hi,
>
>I've got an electrolytic I pulled from my TU56 drive because it had a big
>crusty electrolyte extrusion through the vent plug in the top. The
>capacitor is marked "SPRAGUE 100 MFD 55V - 60CY A5030". It is 2" in
>diameter and just over 4" tall, with two solder lugs on top. I think they
>are connected to the drive motors.
>
>I have looked for replacement electrolytic, but they all have way more
>capacitance or way more voltage rating, and are nowhere near the right
>physical dimensions. Is there a source for exact replacements?

Hi
 Also, be careful, this sounds like a non-polarized cap. Rather
then checking with electronic supply companies, check with people
that do electrical and motor suppies.
Dwight

>
>If not, should I just get one with the right diameter for the mounting clamp
>and the right capacitance, but some huge voltage rating, or is the voltage
>rating more important and I should beef up the capacitance instead? Or do I
>have to get both those right, and substitute a little dinky device?
>
>Thanks!
>
> Vince
>
>
Received on Thu Dec 04 2003 - 12:05:55 GMT