How to Order the RIGHT Capacitor For Your Air Conditioner

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How to order the RIGHT capacitor for your air conditioner. Ordering the correct capacitor is super easy, all you need is the microfarad rating and that's it. The rating is usually labelled as MFD or uF. All the other numbers don't matter. The physical size of the capacitor does not matter either. If your new capacitor is smaller than the old one, you can simply crimp down on the metal bracket holding it to secure it in place. I show how to do that in my "How to Replace a Capacitor" video.
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@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

For reference: How to Replace a Capacitor: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-9ZGfvC-PMWU.html Rusted Capacitor: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-RSIi47uzApI.html How to Combine Capacitors: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qLJOWU33TFo.html How to Check a Capacitor: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5_0nKm940nA.html How to Discharge a Capacitor: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-45oZXnClMD0.html How/Where to Order HVAC Parts: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-faCno8-vRnw.html Different size capacitors on Amazon: 25+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3hPXcoI 30+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3fLsCtB 35+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3wsvFhh 40+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3vpEbxy 45+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3fLu92P 50+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/2M7RFGY 55+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3vlJ8Hk 60+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3fGZjbH 65+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3MkLWyq 70+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/45c0RDL 75+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/41RN2qT 80+5 MFD Capacitor: amzn.to/3BJJ2hy

@quanvo497 Месяц назад

My central air blower seems to blow air weaker or not as strong as it used to. Could it be the blower motor is going or the capacitor issue? Thanks

@Mark-ek5xb 10 месяцев назад

After watching your videos on capacitors last year I ordered a spare capacitor for my 22 year old air conditioner, just in case. Two weeks ago my capacitor failed on a hot humid day here in the south but I had the spare capacitor installed in about 10 minutes. The air conditioner was back up and running saving us from suffering through the heat and humidity which honestly is becoming more dangerous every year. Thank you for all your great advice and instruction, much appreciated. I'm a subscriber and a big fan of your videos.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Awesome! I love to hear that a spare capacitor was able to save the day. Way to act on that and order it last year. Thank you for sharing that, may you have a wonderful new week, stay cool!

@deependz3231 10 месяцев назад

Depends on what brand of capacitor you bought, if you went for the cheapest priced one, you'd better stock up on several more.

@jason3351 5 дней назад

Just spent $170 for a guy to spend 10 minutes installing a $20 capacitor. Never again. Ordering a backup and know how to do it myself next time. Thanks for the video(s)!

@lissaharre 10 месяцев назад

Thanks to you I replaced my capacitor for $41 and got my A/C working before an HVAC company could even come out to look at it. 3 years ago I paid an HVAC company to replace a capacitor for $330. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!!

@Temachyotl33 10 месяцев назад

Just fixed air con using your advice. Much gratitude to you and your work. Enjoy your jokes.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Love to hear that! Stay cool! And it's nice to know that some people actually enjoy the jokes.. 😄

@paulrozinski1488 10 месяцев назад

Jay, great to hear from you . If you make a “ temporary” substitution with a different value capacitor, it would be prudent to write the correct value on the unit in case that temporary replacement was forgotten about and became permanent. This way you know what’s SUPPOSED to be there. Stay well 👍👍👍

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Great suggestion! Thank you for pointing that out.

@deependz3231 10 месяцев назад

If you bought the cheapest priced capacitor on the market, right sized or not, good news, you won't have to worry about it becoming "permanent".

@rzh3443 10 месяцев назад

For my Rheem unit, I have to get the same physical size because the "barrel" is placed through a hole in the casing. Smaller or bigger won't work but the OEM unit is readily available. Could you , one day, talk about installing a surge protector for the compressor? Love these videos.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Ah yes, in that case it would be better to have the same physical size. Although I've had times before (with Rheem units) where I simply laid the capacitor on it's side and strapped it down securely. That works too. And yes! I actually have a surge protector that's been sitting around which I got specifically to make a video with. I hope to make a video on that eventually.

@kevincajun2981 3 месяца назад

You are very professional AC guy and make DIY much easie. Thank you

@WordofAdviceTV 3 месяца назад

You're welcome my friend!

@leilu9431 10 месяцев назад

Simple, clear, get to the point.

@cockasorrus7475 10 месяцев назад

Another very informative topic covering answers that you imagine would be asked. That is excellent to assume yourself as a customer who has a question. Thanks again my brudda 🙌🏻

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! When I see the same question multiple times in the comments, I try to make a video on that.

@cockasorrus7475 10 месяцев назад

@@WordofAdviceTV that’s because you actually give a darn!! It’s a rare breed and it’s obvious you have some great family members who cared enough to raise you up to be compassionate about others!

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

@cockasorrus7475 Thank you! I was indeed fortunate enough to grow up in a good family. I appreciate your comments!

@travisthefixer3788 10 месяцев назад

I've learned so much from these videos what a awesome teacher

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Glad to hear that, thank you!

@amorales9613 10 месяцев назад

So true.

@travisthefixer3788 10 месяцев назад

@@WordofAdviceTV thank you very much

@hungtran-re9qo 9 месяцев назад

Very helpful video, Thanks Jay!

@dankelley9361 10 месяцев назад

Jay, very glad your still handing out sage advice on electronics. Having a spare capacitor on hand is a great to be prepared in case the one is the unit goes bad. Often the fix is to just replace the bad cap with a new one.

@deependz3231 10 месяцев назад

If you bought that spare el cheapo capacitor from China, never mind just in case, better buy them by the case.

@Wegetsignal 10 месяцев назад

Great advice and knowledge to have!

@jrpritchard1622 10 месяцев назад

thanks Jay for the awesome information you have help me numerous times have a great weekend be safe

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! Glad to hear that the videos have been helpful. Have a blessed new week!

@josephnorcalusa1710 10 месяцев назад

Helpful information, thank you for sharing bro !!

@chubbylee240 10 месяцев назад

Another tip: Buy an extra 1 or 2 capacitors. They are super cheap enough and you can leave them somewhere when needed.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Amen! Very good tip. 👍

@paulrozinski1488 10 месяцев назад

I keep a set of capacitors and a contractor as well as furnace parts on hand at all times. It’s just smart, they don’t go bad.👍

@ashaonkarnathpandey773 10 месяцев назад

@@WordofAdviceTVis aā to

@ashaonkarnathpandey773 10 месяцев назад

😂 3:50 3:51 😮🎉😂🎉😢😮😮

@deependz3231 10 месяцев назад

Going for the cheapest ones in the marketplace brings up the old adage, "You get what you pay for."

@billbradley2480 10 месяцев назад

When my AC quit working I google the most common cause. Then removed the capacitor and took it to town ask my local hardware how to get a new one. He told me where to go. I went there and they tested my capacitor. It was bad so they sold me a new one. The first one lasted 14 years.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Sorry to hear that your AC stopped working but good to know that you were able to figure out what the problem was and get it fixed yourself. Stay cool sir!

@abivard944 10 месяцев назад

thank you very much young man.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! 🙂

@gilbertopatino2616 10 месяцев назад

Thank you jay 🙏 for another great video 👍

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome! Glad you liked the video!

@adambergendorff2702 10 месяцев назад

Excellent videos!

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! 🙂

@johnvalenzuela5279 3 месяца назад

Excellent bro....

@arthernandez1363 10 месяцев назад

Thanks, great info!😎

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Glad you found it useful! 👍

@user-zi9ww5mt5s 10 месяцев назад

I like your videos and always waiting to see the most recent one. The less fortunate DIY person with a bit of intelligence learns from you and save some $$ in the process. Thanks

@robertpenczar8930 10 месяцев назад

Thank you Jay great video.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome, glad you liked the video!

@josephpuchel6497 10 месяцев назад

Great info Excellent content

@makewaitrd 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for the help!

@lta0314 5 месяцев назад

Amazing content. You are awesome

@billbaber6653 Месяц назад

Good advise

@amorales9613 10 месяцев назад

You are great! Thanks!

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you and you're welcome! 🙂 Stay cool!

@PhongNguyen-vq2jq 10 месяцев назад

You are great. Thanks

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! 🙂

@mexicanaudiosomelliere1999 10 месяцев назад

Gracias Maestro!!!!

@hoboken5224 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for this. Now where can I buy a capacitor for my ac unit?

@EliteGeeks 10 месяцев назад

Amazon

@Phelper99 10 месяцев назад

Grainger

@darkenergy5686 10 месяцев назад

@@Phelper99I agree. If you have a Grainger nearby, they are a great choice. This past winter, the run capacitor went out on our HVAC blower motor at around 2AM. By 7:15 that morning I was walking out the door of the local Grainger with new capacitor in hand. Before 9AM, I had the capacitor replaced and the HVAC back in business. My wife was amazed and it cost about $6.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

@hoboken5224 You're welcome! I added a pinned comment under this video with a bunch of Amazon links to capacitors. 👍

@francom6230 10 месяцев назад

Often the (Mf) rating will be printed on the motor or compressor sticker. Size does matter btw.. caps loose capacity as they age so using a 10% higher Mf is often prefered in hot climates.. higher voltage ratings means they can take the heat better; but they will be physically larger.. Use seperate caps for each motor & install a surge protector (they work ~50% of the time).. This helps "harden" your system against lightning and power surges..

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the further explanation and suggestions, much appreciated!

@Tbone0311 8 месяцев назад

Thank you, I couldn't find the exact manual for my unit, found some very close and they all said it needed a 50/5. The bad capacitor on it was 40/5. Looked on the fan/compressor to confirm it was called for a 50/5. Thanks so much for that info.

@robynmcdonald3942 9 месяцев назад

You just saved me $350.00. THANK YOU !!

@frnkpol2903 10 месяцев назад

Thank you.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome! 🙂

@lawrencecarroll2031 10 месяцев назад

Hi Jay, Good to see another video from you. I have a16 year old, Bryant, 3 ton, R-22 unit on which I replaced the contactor and that cured on/off every few seconds until it would finally run problem I was having with it. Prior to that trying to fix the problem, I installed a Supco hard start kit. Should I take the hard start kit off now that the real problem (the contactor) has been fixed? Thanks

@jbwjr54 10 месяцев назад

Great videos and education as usual. I was curious to know though would you put a hard start kit On a new condensing unit? A hard start kit came as part of the deal with the new HVAC system, but the technician said he wouldn’t put it on, if it was his system, because the capacitor that was there was so new. He suggested waiting a few years. Also, if you bought a spare capacitor, how long would it be good for? Several years, or do they age over time.? Your thoughts? This system is only one year old. Your thoughts.

@alandavis9133 10 месяцев назад

Hey Jay, I just found your channel and really love the content. I'm experiencing a very odd situation with my condensing unit and was wondering if you have any suggestions. A couple of day ago I noticed the fan was turning on and off. Like it runs for 3 to 5 seconds the off for maybe 45 to 60 seconds and repeats that forever. The compressor never shut off. It will run 24-7 while the fan does its 5-60 seconds deal. I changed the run capacitor (thanks to your video) but that wasn't the problem. Any suggestions?

@kraussebusch6432 9 месяцев назад

I recently replaced the AC and furnace capacitors on my 9 year old 5 ton Goodman system. The original 20 mfd furnace capacitor was down to 17.8 mfd and the 70/5 mfd AC capacitor was still 69.8/4.9 mfd I kept it for spare. To my surprise the condenser fan was not connected to the capacitor…just the red wire connected to C and the yellow wire to Herm. I chose to pay a bit more and bought the U.S. made capacitors…although, I don’t know if it really matters. Also, do capacitors have a shelf life? Do they go bad even if they aren’t used? As per your advice, I also ordered a hard start kit and got it today but after watching some more RU-vid videos on that topic, I decided not to install it as long as my AC keeps starting so smoothly. No lights flickering either.

@redwardmoon6345 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for your videos! I got a question. I’d like to get ac that blow very cold air like my vehicle ac 50 degrees. Is that possible and what are the implications new unit or old unit? Thanks hope you have time to answer this for me.

@MrChawda85 26 дней назад

Very helpful video. I'm replacing both of my capacitors for my ac unit. They are both Sprague brand which no longer exist. One is 4 UF/370 VAC 60HZ. The other is 25 UF/370 VAC 60HZ. What capacitor can I use for replacement? I am coming across many with plus minus 6%. I don't know if those with plus and minus are compatible

@GS-ic1hu 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for the much needed information. Can you please do a similar video with a contactor?

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

You're welcome! I answer most contactor questions in this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qHZc9wWAF4c.html

@claytonfite3197 10 месяцев назад

Hi Jay, another great video. I like to point out how careful you were while you loosened up the holding strap for the capacitor and not touching the wire terminals. 😁

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you! Haha better safe than sorry right? I don't remember for sure but I think I did turn the power off but didn't discharge the cap, that's why I was careful.

@claytonfite3197 10 месяцев назад

@@WordofAdviceTV Awesome work, and a great joke. Still laughing my friend. 😂 😂

@dido1803 10 месяцев назад

Really great information!!

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you. Glad it was helpful!

@lmantisl 9 месяцев назад

Dude you're the Man! I notice all the run capacitor I see the larger number is stated first for the MFD. For instance 35/5 uf. For some reason my existing one that I need to replace, the smaller number is stated first 5/35 uf. Would it be the same? I know the larger number should be for compressor and small number should be for fan.

@1112dejon 10 месяцев назад

how often does homeowners needs to change their capacitor? And how long does capacitor last?

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

I think it's a good idea to buy a capacitor and have it as a spare. They tend to fail on the hottest day of the year and there's no average life expectancy on them so it's hard to predict when they will fail. I've seen some last over 30 years and others that didn't even make it to a year.

@danp7463 3 дня назад

This is where a multi tap capacitor like a Turbo 200 is worth the money. The fluid in a turbo 200 is much thicker. The best part about an AmRad capacitor is they're American made you're putting food on an American workers table.

@andresbarragan8595 10 месяцев назад

FROM CHICAGO THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR TIME SHOWING YOUR VIDEOS.WHAT DO YOU THINK ABOUT BETWEN HEATPUMP and FURNACE/AC CONDENSER

@andresbarragan8595 10 месяцев назад

I'LL BE ANXIOUS FOR YOUR ANSWER AND AGAIN THANK YOU SO MUCH FROM CHICAGO

@rrnabors1 8 месяцев назад

I ordered the Kickstart T05 and installed it on one of my air conditioners and thought while I was at it I would add one to my second house. But it looks like it has a factory kit already. It has a dual run capacitor and a separate start capacitor with a relay. Is there any reason to add the T05? The original cap is 88 - 108uf . . . the T05 is 189 - 227mfd. I was going to maybe change out the 88 - 108 with a new 88 - 108 cap. and leave the old relay . . . Good? - Bad? Thanks for posting these videos. You've got me doing things I would never think to try. But after that AC tech quoted me $250 to change the dual run cap, it tested 47 mf and should be 50mf but that's close to the 5%+ or - . ($12 part) and $200 to change the start cap ($22 part) and he was already on the service call. I'm willing to search these videos and save some serious cash!

@jimvalim1567 10 месяцев назад

Last year the ac repair man came out to my house to fix my air conditioner. Come to find out, it was the fan side of the dual run capacitor. The herm side was still good. Instead of replacing the dual run capacitor, he piggy backed a small 5 ufd with the dual run capacitor. He said he ran out of dual run capacitors and all he had in his truck was the 5ufd capacitor. I got charged over $300 dollars just to replace a $10 dollar part! So now my air conditioner has two capacitors in it instead of one. Can you make a video on how it's wired? I've searched on RU-vid for this and there isn't one for this scenario. Thanks for your videos. They have helped me understand how ac units work.

@2969566 10 месяцев назад

Sue them! They don't have the right to charge so much for repairs, we should shut down all HVAC companies, learn from this guy and do everything for free

@SuperCoutryboy 10 месяцев назад

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@jimvalim1567 10 месяцев назад

I encourage everyone one to scrutinize the HVAC repair man! Watch what they are doing! The one that came out to my house would not let me use his ladder to get on my roof! I had to use my own ladder to get on the roof! I could tell by his demeanor, that he was not comfortable with me watching him do his work.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing your story! This will be helpful for other homeowners to know. As for your question, these two videos should be able to help: How to Wire an Air Conditioner: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-KCanZEsLVEI.html How to Combine or Separate Capacitors: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qLJOWU33TFo.html

@jimvalim1567 10 месяцев назад

@@WordofAdviceTV I kinda have an idea of how it's wired, but I'm not sure. I see the brown wire on one side and another wire that must be connected to common. Either through the common side of the contactor or the common side of the dual run capacitor. This totally bypasses the fan side of the dual run capacitor.

@ivansantiago534 8 месяцев назад

Great video, but I have a quick question. Can I temporarily replace a 40+5 for a 40+7.5?

@sevensaturn5442 10 месяцев назад

Hi! Does the rpm on ac unit make a difference on how long ot it's performance?

@johnjames8594 4 месяца назад

the spider got fried

@samhaazratechnicalsupport 3 месяца назад

Very niece sir ji ❤❤❤💖😘🇮🇳

@almari222 9 месяцев назад

Hello. My 30yr old AC has a GE capacitor that looks good and AC running. Should I still replace it because of age? (It is also much larger in size than my replacement.) Are GE capacitors better than newer generic?

@saadboukhari6842 9 месяцев назад

I want to ask you, are there special types of television for places near the sea? I suffer from a problem of humidity when the TV is left on for a long time without working in a house that I do not go to in the summer

@Dicofole 10 месяцев назад

Can you make a video about soft starts and hard starts and their purpose?

@dosiodosev740 10 месяцев назад

Nice

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Thanks! 🙂

@Ojeramup12 10 месяцев назад

Thanks, I took a picture of my capacitor and ordered one from Amazon today for $18.00.. All I need is a screwdriver to replace it should it go bad.

@Balticblue93 10 месяцев назад

Brand does matter, buy American made and buy the exact size required for your system. The wrong capacitor in the system might have replaced by someone else before you and or the fan requires a different Microfarad than from the factory. Only a trained technician should do this type of work and will void your warranty, if it has one. Most systems have 10-12 year parts warranty. Do not guess on the size of the capacitor. That is like guessing which spark plug your vehicle takes or which oil. It is not OK to use a different size capacitor. It will shorten the life of the fan or the compressor and those can be very expensive to replace and VOID your warranty.

@Ed-dy3mh 10 месяцев назад

Two years ago I removed the cover to find the MFD,s , ordered a spare. Would you recommend testing the original with a meter during a seasonal cleaning for a out of specifications capacitor? Is this a concern or just wait for a failure?

@10forthebigguy753 10 месяцев назад

I bought a capacitor testing meter from Amazon for $22. My old capacitor that was working fine was about to fail any day now.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

@Ed-dy3mh It would be good to test it but not mandatory. Checking it does not take very long and if it's weak, you will be able to prevent a breakdown ahead of time.

@PeterLech1 10 месяцев назад

When my 30 year old Carrier unit developed problems like burning off the spade terminals, I bought all new capacitors and a contactor. They were much smaller than the originals. Added a Hard Start kit from Amazon, as compressor was so old. It was running without issues 7 years later when I sold the house.

@Bibleistruth2023 8 месяцев назад

Will a capacitor with the same rating work if it's going from 2 prong to 3 prong? If so? How do You wire it?

@NdnaJnz7 10 месяцев назад

Jay - I'm replacing my mechanical contactor with an Emerson SureSwitch. I traced all the wires so I know what goes where. However, the 2 wires from the crankcase heater appear not to be connected correctly, as they are connected to L2 and T2. This doesn't make sense to me and I don't know how this can possibly work. Interestingly, this 34 year old condenser unit has never been repaired, except I replaced the compressor cap last summer. Any idea why these wires are connected like that? Thanks for an Word of Advice you might have. ;-) Jeff

@NdnaJnz7 10 месяцев назад

Aack! I'm a dummy. I see how it works now. Brain fart.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Glad to hear you figured it out! Stay cool good sir!

@chubbylee240 9 месяцев назад

Jay come save me again. I had my AC working just fine this year. I turned it off about a week or 2 ago since the weather cooled off. All of a sudden, the humidity and heat came back for the week. I went and turned on the ac and I didn't get nothing. I opened up and manually turned on the ac with the screwdriver trick. It turned on. So I assumed it was a bad capacitor. I changed the capacitor with a brand new spare one I had. Turned the ac back on and didn't get anything. So I replaced the capacitor again with another brand new one (I had 2 spares). Still didn't get nothing. I'm stumped. The fan motor is running since I have on the "ON" position to circulate the house. The ac unit outside doesnt do anything or make any noise. What do you think?

@WordofAdviceTV 9 месяцев назад

Sorry to hear about the AC troubles! If the contactor is not pulling in, the capacitor is not the problem. Its something on the low voltage side. This video should help you narrow it down: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-NVPhsK4gK1A.html

@frankmontez6853 9 месяцев назад

What common signs are of bad capacitor ? My AC is only blowing warm air. Will a bad capacitor cause this or just won’t turn on the blower motor to push any ( warm ) air around ?

@joshua.sanchez9689 10 месяцев назад

Thanks 🙏 guero!!

@4560abby 8 месяцев назад

I'm having a problem, can't find that size on my 30 yr old unit. Is a 10uf plus or minus 10 percent what I'm looking for ?

@l1089624 Месяц назад

Do you have to put the dead spider back on top for it to work?

@WordofAdviceTV Месяц назад

The dead spider would be an added bonus but not mandatory. 👍

@darekpieprzak1193 2 месяца назад

Is it possible to slow down fan speed by changing capacitor size? If not, is there any way to slow down the fan speed to reduce the noise? My unit is large enough that there is no concern about efficiency.

@AdrianMejias 9 месяцев назад

What's the difference between caster and mineral oil on the label?

@mazyarzagros 8 месяцев назад

Is it possible to replace two single capacitors, a start cap of 30 uF, and a run cap of 5 uF with one 30/5 uF dual capacitor?

@Salinast 10 дней назад

The rating on the capacitor in my Goodman furnace says 20 mfd. when I tested it, it was reading 42 mfd. is it good or bad. Can you answer this question for me, please. Thank you.

@jodeci888 9 месяцев назад

What about the +_% number next to the úf numbers? Does the 5 or 6 matter? Mine is a 45+5 uf - 5% and I'm having a very hard time finding that same one. I keep finding them with 6%

@WordofAdviceTV 9 месяцев назад

The % doesn't really matter. 6% will work good 👍

@bubba6647 10 месяцев назад

Can you make a video that can show homeowners how to check how much Freon they have in their using gauges that they can buy from Amazon.

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

This video is similar to what you are asking for but keep in mind that there are different refrigerants too. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-dExFtP-nXTw.html

@joeyjennings9548 10 месяцев назад

remember the good old days of Pcb's.. 🤔 lol

@user-bg7sk2iq2k 8 месяцев назад

hey Jay really like your videos and your explanation of what you are doing to test and replace. i looked for your video of testing capacitors but couldn't find it. it was mentioned in video - "FURNACE BLOWER NOT WORKING AND HOW TO CHECK IT". PLEASE DIRECT ME THROUGH THE MAZE OF RU-vid VIDEOS TO FIND IT. THANKS A LOT.

@WordofAdviceTV 8 месяцев назад

Glad you found the videos helpful! So I am not sure which video you wanted me to give you the link for but just in case here's both of them: How to check blower: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-JSgLGTAbDF8.html How to check capacitor: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-5_0nKm940nA.html

@gregn5389 10 месяцев назад

Admirably terse

@andresbarragan8595 10 месяцев назад

THANK YOU SO MUCH. THAN I CAN INSTALL TENPORARY CAPACITOR I F I DONT HAVE TH RIGHT MICROFERS SO IF U NEED 45 fs I COULD GO 40 or 50 AT LIST FOR CUPLE DAYS AGAI THANK YOU SO MUCH

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

You're very welcome! Yes, it's okay to use a different size for a short time. 👍 I have seen some technicians put in a 60MFD instead of a 30MFD and it worked fine for 3 weeks until I got back there. 😅

@cecilall4150 10 месяцев назад

0utstanding!👌

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

I appreciate that! 🙂

@ArmyOne519 2 месяца назад

What is a good brand Capacitor? Amazon goes from $15 to $35 . I need a 45/ 5 . Are the Cheap ones just as good as the more expensive?

@WordofAdviceTV 2 месяца назад

Usually yes. The expensive ones fail just as much as the cheap ones. Buy a USA built one if possible, that might increase the longevity.

@jimsmith8817 9 месяцев назад

My capacitor 5/40 uf all I can find is a 40/5 uf are they the same?

@WordofAdviceTV 9 месяцев назад

Yes, that should be the same. The compressor is always the bigger number.

@user-zi9ww5mt5s 10 месяцев назад

I need your help I ordered and got a new capacitor for my condensing unit 55/7.5 mfd +/- 6% The actual reading on the new capacitor out of the box are 53.8 mfd Herm 7.38 mfd fan The question is: should new capacitor read 55 Herm and 7.5 Fan exact. 55 x/- 6% is 53.94.... very close to the min limit Herm) Should I return it and get another one or is this normal. Thank you very much for any assistance provided. Ps. Capacitor was real warm when I got if out of box HV

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

From what you described, it sounds like the capacitor is either not new or got impaired somehow during shipping. That's not good and I would return it and get a new one. A new, good capacitor should have a reading that is very close to what it's labeled as.

@mojo9288 10 месяцев назад

@@WordofAdviceTV The capacitor is within specs. Take the reading on the herm side and multiple it by .06 and then subtract it from the meter reading (55 x .06 = 3.3) (55 - 3.3 = 51.7 MFD) Do the same for the fan side. (7.5 x .06 = .45) (7.5 - .45 = 7.05 MFD). Too much capacitance or not enough capacitance causes higher current flow in the compressor or fan motor winding which can lead to burned/shorted motor windings. If there is no tolerance marked on the capacitor, I have my students go with +/- 10% just like when checking the main power supply.🙃

@mojo9288 10 месяцев назад

The capacitor is within specs. Only way to see if it is having an adverse affect on your system is to check FLA with a clamp meter. Too much capacitance or not enough capacitance will cause the compressor or fan motor to draw more current which may damage the motor windings.

@user-zi9ww5mt5s 10 месяцев назад

@@mojo9288 Thank you so much for your information and will follow your advise. For yearly preventive maintenance: Change only if is below 10%? trying to prevent having to change when it totally fails and ac is not working. thanks

@mojo9288 10 месяцев назад

@@user-zi9ww5mt5s Signs to look for that a capacitor is failing are: swelling or bulging of the case, fluid leaking from the capacitor, vent is popped, does not measure within specs. Your capacitor has a 6% tolerance so stick with that. Only use the 10% tolerance if there is no tolerance stamped/marked on the capacitor. You'll need to use a clamp meter on one of the compressor wires or fan motor to see how much current is being drawn while the compressor or fan motor is running. You do not want to exceed Full Load Amps (FLA) of the compressor or fan motor. You can find the FLA rating on the data label of the compressor and fan motor.

@lyndacrockett2863 2 месяца назад

My capacitor 40/5 MFD 10%! I can't find MFD 10% except on a 40/10 capacitor!

@WordofAdviceTV 2 месяца назад

The % doesn't really matter. Just get a 5% or 6%. 👍

@lyndacrockett2863 2 месяца назад

Help! What size female wire connector do I need to connect to the capacitor male prong?

@WordofAdviceTV 2 месяца назад

1/4"

@lyndacrockett2863 2 месяца назад

Spoke to the parts company they said quarter inch. Thank you

@lyndacrockett2863 2 месяца назад

@@WordofAdviceTVThank you so much for getting back to me.Your videos are a wonderful resource

@theaustinite5320 10 месяцев назад

What is the difference between the start capacitor and the run capacitor?

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

In short, the start capacitor helps the unit start and then it is taken out of the circuit whereas the run capacitor is in use the whole time while the unit is running.

@Balticblue93 10 месяцев назад

If you do not know this answer, you have no business working on an HVAC AC or heat pump condenser system. These are high-voltage 220/240 volt systems and the start and run windings are very important to the function. Replacing these parts are not for DIYers. This isn't like replacing your windshield wipers, this can be dangerous equipment.

@thomato981 10 месяцев назад

From your experience, what brand is the most reliable?

@EliteGeeks 10 месяцев назад

Bojack and Genteq is good, but the best of the bunch is AmRad

@chuckquinn8026 10 месяцев назад

@@EliteGeeksand Amrad is made in USA with a good warranty

@jerrellslay9214 2 месяца назад

Is there a difference if it says 40/5 or 40+5?

@WordofAdviceTV 2 месяца назад

They are the same thing. Kind of like we're = we are.

@jerrellslay9214 2 месяца назад

@@WordofAdviceTV got it, thanks man!!

@suleimankhader 8 месяцев назад

Does it matter if it is oval or round?

@WordofAdviceTV 8 месяцев назад

It does not matter but you may need to crimp the bracket holding the capacitor if the new one is a different size. I show how to do that in my video on how to replace a capacitor.

@user-hw1jc1ft6h 10 месяцев назад

Where can you buy the capacitors😮

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

Some hardware or home improvement stores will have them. You can also get them online, Amazon is the easiest. I have a pinned comment under this video with a bunch Amazon links for reference.

@naten555 7 месяцев назад

The larger number example 35 is for the compressor. The second smaller number is for the fan. If you change your fan motor to a different option you may need to change your capacitor too.

@buddylove4882 10 месяцев назад

Isn^t the correct info for the capacitor written on the condensers rating info

@WordofAdviceTV 10 месяцев назад

The capacitor info may be on the compressor or on the fan motor but most condenser nameplates (where the unit model and serial are) don't have capacitor info on them.

@alaincostas6852 Месяц назад

Can i replace a dual capacitor with a 3 pole capacitor?

@alaincostas6852 Месяц назад

I mean a dual capacitor for a singke capacitor

@jimsmith8817 9 месяцев назад

Are 5/40 uf vs 40/5 uf the same thing ?

@WordofAdviceTV 9 месяцев назад

Yes. The bigger reading will always be the compressor/Herm

@jimsmith8817 9 месяцев назад

Thank you.

@TheWilferch 10 месяцев назад

Nuance....an original capacitor rated ONLY at 440V should NOT be replaced with a capacitor rated ONLY at 370 V...right?..... we can go up in voltage rating, but not down. This becomes almost a non issue because (as you say)...most replacement units show both voltages. Cheers.

@apierro67 4 месяца назад

Can I replace a capacitor with a tolerance of +/- 10% with a 6%

@WordofAdviceTV 4 месяца назад

Yes. 👍 The MFD rating is the most important. Everything else can usually be disregarded.

@Watchdog_McCoy_5.7x28 15 дней назад

What does duel run mean?

@WordofAdviceTV 15 дней назад

That basically means that there are two capacitors in one. In this video I show how to combine or separate them if you're interested to know more: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qLJOWU33TFo.htmlsi=UgoZ3UuOnqO3-AEY

@Watchdog_McCoy_5.7x28 15 дней назад

@WordofAdviceTV I figured it out, but thanks so much for a pretty quick response. My ac went out last night, and it was starting to get miserably hot inside. Luckily, ACE Hardware had a capacitor in stock as they were the only place open today that was within a reasonable driving distance (45 minutes). Just installed it, and the house is slowly starting to cool off again. Why is it the air conditioner, heater, plumbing, etc., always seems to go out on the weekend when everything is closed, and the technicians are charging higher fees for emergency service? Lol, I put an easy start on my unit about 4 weeks ago, and I was wondering if that might be causing the problem. I was gonna change the capacitor when I was installing it but never did, and the unit is about 4 years old, so it was due for one, I suppose. I did order another capacitor and a contactor from Amazon to keep as spares in case I have problems again in the future. Sorry for the long-winded comment, but again thank you very much for responding. I wasn't too worried about being able to fix it, as a capacitor is simple to change and I'm pretty mechanically inclined, I just wanted to be sure I was buying the right part as I would have been really annoyed after driving 1.5 hours round trip just to find out I had the wrong part. This heat must've made me looney. I'll shutup now. Haha! ✌️

@10forthebigguy753 10 месяцев назад

Bojack comes from Amazon for about $15

@Alexander42099 10 месяцев назад

lol i just commented on another vid about the capacitor. does the percentage matter?

@Alexander42099 10 месяцев назад

6 or 5 ? my motor doesnt says which %

@stardust-rv7mr 10 месяцев назад

@@Alexander42099 doesn't matter, thats just the allowable range above or below the rating on the capacitor to determine with a meter to see if it's still in range.

@mojo9288 10 месяцев назад

@@Alexander42099 Only way to tell if it's having an adverse effect on your system is to use a clamp meter to check FLA of the fan motor or compressor.