It depends on what the application is.  DC filtering in a rectifier circuit?  
Bypass for a grid/cathode?  Coupling capacitor for audio stages?  Etc. etc.


If indeed it is for "filtering", and in a rectifier circuit, it can improve 
regulation if the power supply is unregulated, it can reduce the ripple, etc. 
BUT you don't want to go too large or the surge current may exceed the rating 
of the diodes used for rectification.





-----Original Message-----
From: Neil M Califano <cchange...@yahoo.com>
To: Drakelist@zerobeat.net
Sent: Sat, May 14, 2011 11:09 am
Subject: [Drakelist] Adding filtering capacitor


Is there any advantage of adding a large filtering capacitor if there is no 
issue with the radio? Is a  larger capacitor worthwhile and will it result in 
smoother power? 

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