Peter indicates that he is using this cap in an application up to 72 Vdc
which is hazardous voltage according to UL 1950.  Hazardous voltage must be
separated from earth by at least basic insulation (clause 2.3.3.2).  

Regards,

Scott Lemon
Caspian Networks - RTP
email: [email protected]
phone:  (919) 466-0315
fax: tbd


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Subject: Re: Suitability of X2 Capacitors as Basic Insulation



Peter,

I understand you want to use this capacitor between the Central Office
battery and Ground (Protective Earth).
Why do you need Basic Insulation anyway if you interconnect to Protective
Earth.
>From my point of view, you only need Operational insulation.
Regards,
Chris Collin

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