[AMPS] HV filter capacitors

[Bill Turner]

On Wed, 4 Feb 1998 11:36:23 -0700, al511@freenet.uchsc.EDU (Robert
Neece) wrote:
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>I understand that the energy-storage types (flash-
>discharge) are designed for ultra-low internal resistance, so
>that they can dump their accumulated joules in a hurry.  I
>understand, too, that this makes these caps. less than ideal
>for HV power supplies.  
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I have also heard this said, but have never heard an explanation.  If
they simply have lower Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR), what would
be the problem?  Is some other parameter traded off for low ESR?

73, Bill W7TI


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