Description
Robust self healing polypropylene condenser, 0.22uF, 630V, high pulse capacity. Suitable to set in to the drive end of rotating armature magnetos such as the Lucas K1F & K2F.
- Safe for Platinum and Tungsten contact sets
- High pulse handling capacity (typically in excess of 1100 V/uS)
- Maximum working temp 100ºC
- Designed for high-frequency, high voltage and very high ripple currents
- 630V rating for reliable operation over a long period of time.
We use modern self-healing polypropylene capacitors because they tolerate the harsh voltage spikes found in magnetos.
Mica condensers can give long life, but if their voltage rating is ever exceeded, should a lead come off when the engine is running and there is no earth path for example, they are permanently damaged and cannot recover. Paper condensers are well-known for their short, finite lifespan which makes them a service item needing regular replacement.
Despite what some repairers claim, you don’t need a “magic” capacitor — you need the right specification designed for high, rapid pulse energy. This polypropylene condenser can tolerate far faster and larger pulses than you will ever find in these magnetors and recover from some internal dielectric damage caused by excessive spikes – our engineers have already done the work, so you get proven reliability with no guesswork.
Requires fitting by a skilled & experienced expert. Use a resin such as electrical potting compound or polyester resin (found in glass fibre kits) to set this in to the armature end.