Cap Safety Question

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• Subject: Cap Safety Question
• From: Adam <psycho-at-tradewind-dot-net> (by way of Terry Fritz <twf-at-verinet-dot-com>)
• Date: Sun, 25 Apr 1999 09:37:17 -0600
• Approved: twf-at-verinet-dot-com

I've heard that it's a good idea to put a high value resistor across the
capacitor, so that the capacitor will discharge safely and calmly very
quickly after the coil is turned off, and also to prevent against
"ghost" charges.

My question is:

How do I determine the value of the resistor (both Ohm and Watt), so
that maximum safety and maximum performance are both achieved?

And, of course, where can I get these resistors and how much should I
expect to pay for them?

Thanks,
Adam

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