[AMPS] Bleeder Resistor

[Carsten Esch]

Hi, 

I am wondering about 'the' bleeder resistor in a 4kV DC - 1A power
supply (230V DC input), must of the designs I found are using a 50uF
capacitor and something like 100k/250W bleeder.
Is there any disadvantage to use a 400k instead? I remember something
like up to 100 Ohm per volt is ok? Would be nice not to dissipate too
much power in the bleeder... Any comments?

Carsten, DL6LAU

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