Motor capacitor

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Is this a dual capacitor in one can with both sides 3 microfarads?

Hello @jdunbar.spec,

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The C878BF34300AA4J is a single 3 uF capacitor rated for 470 VAC.

Your question is understandable as the capacitor does feature “double fast-on” connectors. This provides two blades for each of the capacitor’s terminals.

Happy New Year!

APDahlen

Are there double 3 microfarad capacitors available? I have an older reel to reel tape player that has one of these to drive a motor. Maybe for forward and reverse?

Hi @jdunbar.spec,

Dual capacitors are available but not as dual 3 uF sections. We see this in the last column in this graphic:

Aesthetically, it’s an ugly repair, but the best I can offer is to install two capacitors side by side.

Sincerely,

Aaron

P.S. you may be able to use film capacitor. Please take a look at this selection.

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