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Can I replace a capacitor with a higher voltage?
Replacing a capacitor with something that has a higher voltage rating is always safe. The only problem there is that a capacitor rated for a higher voltage is often physically Read more
Does it matter which way a fuse goes in?
It doesn’t matter which end of the fuse holder gets used for going to the battery and which goes to the jack. Fuses don’t require current to flow through them Read more
Can you use a 3 phase generator for single phase?
1/ As a general rule you can run single phase loads off a 3 phase generator but as noted it is better to try and balance the loads across the Read more
Can I plug 125V into 120v?
120v and 125v outlets are nominally identical. You must have something miswired, or you have a rare faulty unit. Be sure you have power connected to the LINE side. What Read more
Are NiMH and NiCd interchangeable?
To some degree, Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) is interchangeable with Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) — with caveats. The issues related to replacing NiCd with NiMH are the charge methods, the discharge Read more
Is it safe to bypass a capacitor?
These unwanted perturbations (if not controlled) can couple directly into the circuit and cause instability or damage. In this case, the bypass capacitor is a first line of defense. It Read more
What does it mean when a AA battery gets hot?
The battery will have a high current discharge and will heat up. It is recommended to preserve the battery against strong shocks. In case of usage: This occurs when a Read more
What can happen if a continuity tester is connected across a live circuit?
You would most likely damage your meter, and could possibly create an “over-current” situation in the circuit you’re trying to test. Can I use multimeter on live circuit? Testing whether Read more
Can I use 12V adapter for 9V modem?
You cannot use that adapter because it is outputting more voltage than the original (12v vs. 9v). This has a likely chance of burning out one or more of the Read more
