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The Install Bay IB-CAP1F

1.0 Farad Digital Car Audio Capacitor

4.1

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  • The Install Bay Capacitor
  • 1 Farad capacitor designed for basic installations
  • Red digital voltage display
  • Perfect for systems up to 1000 watts
  • 18 Volt surge
  • Relieves extra strain placed on the battery and alternator
  • Voltage display is bright red
  • Each of the terminals are nickel plated
  • Designed for use with ring terminals
  • Two clear plastic brackets hold the capacitor firmly in place
  • Includes a resistor for charging the capacitor
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Color: Silver
  • Dimensions (without mounting legs): 10-1/4"L x 2-7/8"W x 2-7/8"H
  • Dimensions (with mounting legs): 10-1/4"L x 4-15/16"W x 3-1/4"H
  • Authorized Internet Dealer
  • 1-year Manufacturer's warranty
Capacitor Specifications
Capacitance (farads)1 farad
LCD Meter DisplayYes
Maximum Input Gauge SizeAny Gauge with use of Ring Terminal AWG
Maximum Output Gauge SizeAny Gauge with use of Ring Terminal AWG
Built-In Distribution BlockNo
Primary ColorSilver
Secondary ColorGray
IlluminationRed
Width2-7/8"
Height2-7/8"
Depth10-1/4"
Warranty and Return Policy
Return Policy Standard Return Policy
Parts Warranty Duration1 year
Labor Warranty Duration1 year
Warranty ProviderManufacturer
Customer Review Summary for The Install Bay IB-CAP1F
Average Customer Rating is 4.1 out of 5 stars:
4.1
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Average Attributes Rating:
Durability
4.1
Value
4.3
Features
3.7
Design
4.0
Usability
4.4
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April 23, 2010 This capacitor does most of its job
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
Review by
Luis from Los Angeles, CA
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This capacitor does its job of regulating the voltage to the amplifier. I still get my lights flickering. The bass is a bit more powerful (I did a voltage test), but if the bass is constant and does not give the capacitor any time to charge, the voltage will drop to 10v and your bass will start to skip. This capacitor is not bad, but I would recommend a better one for the same price.
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March 4, 2012 Does nothing
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Trenten from Culpeper, VA
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I can't tell any difference with this item on my vehicle or not. I bought it to help out with my lights deeming every time my bass hit but there wasn't any noticeable difference made.
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January 7, 2012 great
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Ricky from valdosta, GA
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I had it for a while and it saved a little. Buy this and you should upgrade battery.
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December 12, 2011 Truly great cap!
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Alexander from San Francisco, CA
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I bought this 1F capacitor a while back for a project I was doing at the time. I was not expecting to get an exceptional product as the price was very reasonable. To my surprise the cap was great. Very well made and good looking too. If you are looking for a large low-voltage capacitor look no further.
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November 15, 2011 Okay buy
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Steven from FLINT, MI
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I didn't pay much for this so I guess it's what you pay for. It didn't prevent my lights from dimming what so ever. So overall I have to say this product doesn't have a true 1k farad in it. Suggest getting another battery or a more powerful/better capacitor.
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Ring Terminals
Use these ring terminals to connect the power and ground cable to the capacitor. The more surface area the ring terminal has to the capacitor's terminal, the better the connection will be.
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Power / Ground Cable
Depending on your capacitor installation, you might need some extra power or ground cable. The gauge of this cable should match the gauge of your amplifier's power and ground cable.
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Resistors
Before a capacitor is connected directly to the 12V source, it must be charged. Using one of these resistors will allow you to safely charge your capacitor.
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The Install Bay IB-CAP1FThe Install Bay IB-CAP1F$34.99

Product Summary

Manufacturer: The Install Bay
Model number: IB-CAP1F
UPC: 086429200061
Weight: 3.00 lbs
Internal SKU: ibcap1f
Internal product ID: 22840

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