Blown Capacitor

[John Tracey]

Hi I’m new to this forum hope I’m ok asking for some advice in Dublin Ireland
I have a blown capacitor in a bench grinder/ polisher
I was using it and heard a pop and some oil leaking out
Took the capacitor out and I am having trouble finding one the same my question is do I need one the exact same
The one I have is
MP 33/8/400 A12
I can’t find the exact same on the net
Hope someone can help

 

[westward10]

You just need a 400v 8uf capacitor like this.

8UF Capacitor

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[John Tracey]

You just need a 400v 8uf capacitor like this.

8UF Capacitor

Buy BuySpares Approved part 8UF Capacitor online from BuySpares. Next day UK delivery available or call 0844 557 5575.

www.buyspares.co.uk

Thanks for your help I will get one
Thanks again

 

[Lucien Nunes]

Note that the 400V rating mentioned is 400V AC (and any higher voltage is OK too, although will be larger). Provided you buy a capacitor that is specifically sold as a motor-run cap it will be correct. A capacitor sold as 400V for electronic applications will be 400V DC and not suitable.