[HAM] Generator output levels

[Alan Lenhoff]

David wrote:
   
  >>Conventional wisdom has a tendency to ignore the scientific fact that mylar (polyester) 
  can absorb moisture; its tendency to do so is half that of paper, but it is still a factor. Also,
   the way that those capacitors were encapsulated in plastic required high temperatures, 
  which could have unpredictable effects on the mylar dielectric down the line. That's why they
   don't make them that way anymore.>>
  
That's interesting -- and the first time I've heard that.  Maybe 30-40 years from now, we'll be arguing about the merits of replacing mylar caps.
   
  Alan
   
  
 


       
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