When fitting Y capacitors across barriers, the dielectric strength requirement must be
considered. For example, for voltages in the range of 212 V peak to 354 V peak, two MEANS
OF PATIENT PROTECTION are required to be tested at 4 000 V a.c. This would then require the
use of Y1 capacitors. Two Y2 capacitors in series would not withstand this voltage as they are
rated at 1 500 V a.c. each. For voltages below 212 V peak, two Y2 capacitors would suffice as
the dielectric strength requirement is 3 000 V a.c.
A Y capacitor (Y1 or Y2 only) complying with IEC 60384-14 is considered equivalent to one
MEANS OF PATIENT PROTECTION. Where two capacitors are used in series, they shall be
identical in type (either both Y1 or both Y2) and shall have the same NOMINAL capacitance.
The capacitor(s) shall meet the dielectric strength for the type of protection for which they are
being used (i.e. one or two MEANS OF PATIENT PROTECTION).
Where the working voltage across a barrier forming a MEANS OF PATIENT PROTECTION is less
than 42,4 V peak a.c. or 60 V d.c., a single Y1 capacitor is acceptable for two MEANS OF
PATIENT PROTECTION.
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