I learned that when replacing a cap you need to use the same values, and also have to use the same type of capacitor depending on what it is used for. However they told me that the voltage rating can be higher.
I came across a repair project from a good friend and two unrelated sources gave us the advice not to put in a 220uf 16 V capacitor instead of a 220uf 10 V.
Then I asked why, and both persons told us that the 10V protects an nearby IC (expensive) if it gets 13.8V. Is there some truth in it or is this ...?
I just want to know in general, cause I often com across old CB and HAM equipment that needs some caps done.
I came across a repair project from a good friend and two unrelated sources gave us the advice not to put in a 220uf 16 V capacitor instead of a 220uf 10 V.
Then I asked why, and both persons told us that the 10V protects an nearby IC (expensive) if it gets 13.8V. Is there some truth in it or is this ...?
I just want to know in general, cause I often com across old CB and HAM equipment that needs some caps done.