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Date:         Wed, 29 Jan 1997 14:29:21 -0800
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From:         Indulis Kradzins <indulis@manuka.terrigal.net.au>
Subject:      Re: corrections on capacitor fix air flow box (22MFD vs 10MFD?)

kenneth d lewis wrote: > > Scott: > > The polarity should not matter with a tantalum capacitor. By definition > they are un-polarized. Only with regular electrolytic capacitors do you > have to watch > the + and -. > The higher the voltage rating, above the voltage that you are applying to > it, the better. > As far as 22 vs 10 that depends on what your are trying to filter . > > Good Luck > Ken Lewis > kdlewis@juno.com > 86 VW crewcab > 85 VW Vanagon GL > 60 356 coupe

Ken, I beg to differ. Tantalum capacitors are polarized. They have a marking to show the positive connection. The actual symbol for identification can vary but it is there. Have a look at any comprehensive parts catalog and it will identify the positive connection.

Regards, Indulis

'91 transporter syncro


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