Solid State Amp Filter Cap Values

[bobloblaws]

Hey all, I have a Laney LX120H solid state head here with a filter cap that physically exploded, what a mess! Anyway, my question has to do with the value of the caps I am installing as replacements. The originals are 4700uF but in error I ordered a pair of 6800 uF. Is it Ok to use these? In an SS amp the function of these caps is for filtering out ripple only, right? And a higher value would theoretically be even better in terms of filtering, no? Any downside at all? Should I instead cut my losses and order a pair of 4700uF and not mess around with different specs? Any input on this is greatly appreciated, thanks!

- Bobby

[The Dude]

The 6800uF will be just fine providing they fit.

[Enzo]

It will be fine as long as the voltage rating is as high as the original or higher.

Assuming the original 4700uf did the job, upping it to 6800uf won't make it "better". If a 50 foot rope reaches my tree house, a 75 foot rope won't get me there any better.

[bobloblaws]

The 6800uF will be just fine providing they fit.

Thanks for the quick response, Dude!

[bobloblaws]

It will be fine as long as the voltage rating is as high as the original or higher.

Assuming the original 4700uf did the job, upping it to 6800uf won't make it "better". If a 50 foot rope reaches my tree house, a 75 foot rope won't get me there any better.

Understood, so it's basically just overkill. Thanks!