PIRA Classification: 5F30.10
Description: A bulb and 330,000 μF capacitor are placed in series with a 12 V battery. When the battery is switched in, the light bulb lights, dims, and goes out within 3 seconds as the capacitor charges. The battery is then removed from the circuit and the capacitor is allowed to discharge into the bulb.
Special Instructions: None
Condition: Good
Setup time: 1 minute
Safety Issues: None