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Are MLCCs really suitable for safety isolation (Y-cap) use?
The first thing you should look for is the safety approval(s) for the capacitors for EMI purposes. It's UL/BS/EN/IEC 60384-14 for the EU and the UK (or Europe in general, but not for the US or China). ...
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Do I really need a fuse to bypass a tube light ballast?
The reason they recommend adding a fuse is in case someone tries to put a fluorescent tube in a fixture that has had the ballast removed.
There is a GE kit with the fuse holder and fuse, part number ...
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How to safely use a 110 VAC Solenoid Valve in a water system?
If safety is your main concern and it well should be your best bet is to stop considering 110/120 VAC actuated valves and look for ones that use 24VAC. Common lawn and garden sprinkler valves use this ...
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