Use this RS PRO capacitator to help spin single-phase induction motors. Suited to AC voltage, it works by providing a jolt of stored energy to the motor once it has started.

Two very thin layers of aluminium film covered in a polyurethane flame-retardant resin make up this polypropylene capacitator (PP). This insulated film gives the component the capacity to be self-healing through any weak points, which also absorb currents in case of a power surge. If this does occur, the metallised surface will melt, producing a vapour that insulates the weak spot and letting the capacitator carry on working normally. It's suitable for screw mounting and has a capacitance of 1.5 μF.

This product is typically found in the motors of domestic electrical appliances. It is British, European and ISO 9001-2008 quality approved.

• Screw-mounting PP (polypropylene) capacitor
• Dissipation factor of 0.15%
• Capacitance of 1.5 μF
• PLYP dielectric type
• Length of 56 mm
• Diameter of 30 mm
• Operating temperature range of -25°C to +85°C
• BS, EN ISO 9001-2008 approved
• RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliant

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