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Need help on power supply caps

I recently bought new power supply caps knowing that they are larger in capacity and in phyical size . Because of limmited space in my amp if I solder them directly to the circuit board, they are to high to fit my cover on without cutting. I do have plenty of room to lay them down with about 3 inches of wire running from cap lugs to board. I read on blackgate web page that they strongly suggest no wires run from lugs . Also I am goig from 4200uf/47volts to 10,000uf/85volts Do I need to upgrade rectifier ? Any help would be great.
oldcar63

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Sean- I would agree especially with BGs you don't have to use the standard 2-3X the working voltage for the rated voltage on the cap. What's your feeling about bypassing the main power supply caps with a small film cap, and any recos on what brands you prefer?

Oldcar63- Did you measure the working voltage on the 4200uf/47volts caps you're replacing? The BG STD4700/50 is a lot less money and would still be a big improvement.
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