Can you replaced a smaller capacitor with a larger one?

sabbathcrazy · Dec 13, 2010

My monitor is making a high pitch noise and it would not turn on. So i bought this kit to fix the problem.

https://www.hobbymods.com/store/inde...ken-parts.html

They shorted me on the 220uf 25v. I have this 330uf 25v. I was wondering if i could replace a 220uf with a 330uf.

I replaced some of the others and the monitor now turns on. It just makes a annoying noise now. All most the same high pitch noise.

Brian_ · Dec 13, 2010

it should work. but its been awhile since i've done stuff electronics wise though

Oneeyed · Dec 13, 2010

you should be able to. its better to have to much than too less. as long as the volts are the same.

konspiracy · Dec 13, 2010

I think as long as the volts are the same then it should be better?
Somebody plz correct me if im wrong but the larger capacitor should hold a more steady supply of power.

ffejrxx · Dec 14, 2010

higher voltage is fine too, just try to keep the uf close

going from a 220-330 uf shouldnt hurt, electrolytic capacitors have a 20% tolerance anyway

if they shorted you parts for the kit, call them and tell them
they will send you replacement parts

edit:
some circuits use caps for timing purposes, with those changing the uf will alter the speeds

any critical timing circuits will use ceramic style caps

strap624 · Dec 14, 2010

Larger cap won't hurt, the circuit will only draw as much power as it needs.

gundog48 · Dec 14, 2010

Depends what it is used for, where are you soldering it? If it is a timing capacitor then it may cause problems, but you should be fine otherwise.

ez12a · Dec 14, 2010

EH? i thought the volts can be higher but the microfarad rating has to be the same.

Can you replaced a smaller capacitor with a larger one?

sabbathcrazy

Brian_

Oneeyed

konspiracy

ffejrxx

strap624

gundog48

ez12a

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