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Re: DIY parallel filter

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The Magnan tweak is OK, but should only be doine as per his recommendatrions for the AC line caps, or better (see my DIY AC Line Filter note at my web site, URL in FAQ section of this board). I would recommend also series fuses of 6-8 amps for safety's sake, in case the caps short. Then, instead of exploding, or bursting into flames, they will blow the fuse.

The caps should also be enclosed in a sturdy case or enclosure, with the conflicting requirement that they be located physically as close to the AC outlets as possible. I also recommend the discharge resistors.

Personally, i thingk that most of the benefit could be had from 1 uF caps, without nearly the amount of safety hazard, this size should not require a bypass except for digital (computer) devices.

Jon Risch


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