Capacitors are electronic components that store electrical charges and block direct current in circuits. There are a variety of types of capacitors. Larger motor run and start capacitors typically have clamp-like, connector-type leads built on top of the capacitor. However, the vast majority of smaller capacitors used in electronic devices have two wire leads separated by a single dielectric insulator, that is sometimes made from a ceramic-composite material. In some applications, it is helpful to have the capacitor lead wires looped at the bottom so they can be soldered directly into a circuit or fit into a cramped space easily.
Instructions
1. Open the blade holder of the craft knife.
2. Snip the round loop off of an ordinary safety pin with a pair of wire strippers.
3. Slip the cut loop into the craft knife's blade holder, add epoxy and then clamp the blade closer down on the loop. Allow the epoxy to dry the blade holder closed.
4. Slip the end of the capacitor lead into the loop now affixed to the craft knife. Bend the tip of the capacitor lead with the needle-nose pliers and twist the handle of the hobby knife to the right, allowing the rest of the capacitor lead to loop around the handle. Remove the capacitor once the lead has properly looped. Repeat this step with the other capacitor lead.
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