On Thu, Mar 23, 2006 at 11:03:44PM -0500, DJ Delorie wrote: > > > The X cap would go across the +5V and ground. You would use two Y caps > > -- one from +5V to earth ground and the other from ground (or return) > > to earth ground. > > Ok, someone tell me the practical difference between an X cap and a > generic cap. Note: no line voltages here; max 24 vac. > > > This depends on the frequency you are trying to filter. I would think > > you would be better off with a larger inductance. Something like a > > few mH toroid. > > I'll have to see if I can squeeze one in. I almost forgot to put in a > fuse!
If you cannot squeeze you can always make the device bigger. Or the parts smaller by replacing with SMD or taking smaller form ;-) CL<
