[Milsurplus] Mica capacitors?

[Todd, KA1KAQ]

On 12/4/06, WA5CAB at cs.com <WA5CAB at cs.com> wrote:

>  I never would have guessed that they were still made in the USA.  However,
> my comments were only partially tongue-in-cheek.  I've found statistically
> that in vintage military sets their presence usually indicates either a
> modification or a poorly done repair.  And physically they are usually the
> poorest shape choice to use to replace an axial lead original.

I concur Robert, anytime I see a replacement part that is obviously
new or otherwise out of place in an old piece of gear, I investigate
further. As you say, it's a clear indication that someone was in
there, most likely from a civilian standpoint.

SBE did make axial lead caps but they were smaller value or voltage as
I recall. They are about the size of a 5 watt carbon resistor. Still
have a bunch of them somewhere. But the vast majority use the same
equipment that the originals were built on, giving them more of a
radial style. Fortunately the leads are usually long enough to work.
The biggest issue I've had with them is making them fit in tight
places.

Recently SBE has developed a new type of cap used in electric vehicles
and it's really taking off. Good for them, because for a long time
they struggled to stay afloat.

I'll mention the color issue to Ed and see what he says. Never hurts to try. (o:

~ Todd,  KA1KAQ