Topband: AC line bypass capacitors

[Jim Brown]

On Wed,2/4/2015 4:30 PM, Charlie Cunningham wrote:
> For AC line bypass capacitors look for UL-rated Ceramic Disc capacitors that
> typically have AC working voltages like 250 VAC or higher. These are
> designed and rated for AC line service and can take the surges that occur on
> AC lines.

WRONG! As noted in an earlier post, capacitors for use on the AC line 
must be rated specifically for that use, which includes continuous 
120VAC or 240VAC, AND the ability to withstand voltage spikes in the 
range of 3-6kV. The types are X1 and Y2. See page 21 in k9yc.com/RFI-Ham.pdf

73, Jim K9YC