DiversiTech Run Capacitor 440V 70MFD PRCF70A

The DiversiTech PRCF70A is a 70 microfarad, 440 volt round run capacitor for large single-phase compressor applications in air conditioning and refrigeration equipment.

Values at this level are associated with the largest single-phase compressors in common use, typically five ton residential and light commercial condensing units. Above this size, equipment is usually three-phase, and three-phase motors require no run capacitor at all because the supply itself provides the rotating field.

That distinction is worth keeping in mind during diagnosis. On a three-phase unit, there is no compressor run capacitor to check, and symptoms that would suggest a capacitor fault on single-phase equipment point instead to a phase loss, a contactor fault, or a supply imbalance.

On single-phase equipment of this size, the run capacitor carries a substantial share of the work, and its degradation produces high current draw that the compressor's protection will eventually act on.

Capacitors of this value are physically larger, so mounting space and strap size should be verified.

Confirm capacitance, voltage rating, case diameter and height, and terminal configuration before ordering. Discharge thoroughly before handling; a 70 microfarad capacitor stores significant energy.

Brand

DiversiTech

SKU

PRCF70A

Category

Capacitors

Weight

1.1 lbs

Dimensions

5.75" x 2.50" x 2.50"

Price

$35.00

Availability

In stock

Rating

4.6 / 5.0