Radio set No 11 power supply leads.

[Mike K]

Originally Posted by Chris Suslowicz

since the capacitor is only rated at 5kV DC.

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In that case, at least, the capacitor in question will protect the set and its operators I suggest , against the common 240V power lines , these domestic lines are far more common in a city /suburban environment . The kV lines are usually seen in rural areas, and are normally suspended at higher heights , unlikely to hit a whip antenna . Mike