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Capacitors Explained: Energy Storage in Electronic Circuits

This video explains how capacitors work and why they are essential in modern electronics. Capacitors store and release ...
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It’s always a capacitor

Back in 2006 I wrote about how my friend Alan Martin over at Texas Instruments had a saying: “It’s always a capacitor.” This was based on his observance that there is a lot of test equipment that goes ...
Electronic Design

Motor Run Capacitors with Locking Terminals Speed Install

Illinois Capacitor's QPC Series AC Motor Run Capacitors are quicker to install and offer more durability and reliability. Illinois Capacitor's QPC Series AC Motor Run Capacitors are quicker to install ...
Electronic Design

Test & Measurement: Portable In-Circuit Tester Measures Capacitor ESR And DCR

A 9-V battery or an optional ac wall adapter can power the Model 881 portable in-circuit equivalent-series resistance (ESR) and dc resistance (DCR) capacitor tester ...
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Motor run capacitors feature locking terminals

The QPC series of AC motor run capacitors feature locking push-wire terminals that speed installation and eliminate soldering. A metal mounting bracket also speeds assembly. Standard values range from ...