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Unread 04-11-2005, 10:16 AM   #126
Butcher
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Don't need caps - just a rectifier (either diodes or a bridge). Not like motors need smooth power really.
I've actually seen that sort of setup in a hairdryer I cut open - it had the AC line coming in, then a bridge rectifer and a DC brushed motor.
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