[AMPS] resistors

[Rich Measures]

>
>In message <19990222010656.AAB12261@[209.239.238.107]>, Rich Measures
><measures@vc.net> writes
>
>snip
>
>>>>>Ÿ  What is to be gained by using a 200k-ohm bleeder on a C-filter, 
>>>>Carl?
>>>>>
>>>>>Quicker HV bleed down time, less chance of a recharge. 
>>>>
>>>>Ä  What mechanism recharges the capacitor?  
>>>
>>>
>>>An incomplete discharge. Something very easy to do for an inexperienced
>>>person..
>>>
>>€  Bzzzzzt.  You said recharge.
>>>>
>
>The mechanisms causing apparent recharge were discussed in good detail
>by Bob Pease of NatSemi in Electronics magazine (I think) a few months
>ago. I'll post a reference when I find it.
>
>Steve
>
€  A DC filter capacitor with a 200-ohm / V bleeder resistor magically 
Recharges without the ps being on?  Are we talking perpetual motion 
machine or taurine feculence?


Rich...

R. L. Measures, 805-386-3734, AG6K, www.vcnet.com/measures  


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