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Capacitor values in certain applications can be very forgiving and in others quite critical. In power filtering for example you might be able to get away with the higher value. As long as the larger capacitor has the same or higher voltage rating you can give it a shot provided you understand that by doing so either it won't work or make harm your device.

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Q: Can you use a 100 mfd in place of a 60 mfd capacitor?
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