--- product_id: 16959979 title: "45 + 5 uf/Mfd Round Dual Universal Capacitor • AmRad USA2236 - Used for 370 or 440 VAC, Made in The U.S.A." brand: "amrad" price: "R1392" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Amrad" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16959979-45-5-uf-mfd-round-dual-universal-capacitor-amrad-usa2236 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 45+5 µF dual capacitance Supports up to 440 VAC 5-year USA-made warranty 45 + 5 uf/Mfd Round Dual Universal Capacitor • AmRad USA2236 - Used for 370 or 440 VAC, Made in The U.S.A. **Brand:** amrad **Price:** R1392 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Power your HVAC like a pro — made in the USA, built to last! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 45 + 5 uf/Mfd Round Dual Universal Capacitor • AmRad USA2236 - Used for 370 or 440 VAC, Made in The U.S.A. by amrad - **How much does it cost?** R1392 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/16959979-45-5-uf-mfd-round-dual-universal-capacitor-amrad-usa2236) ## Best For - amrad enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted amrad brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Endure:** Polypropylene material and 221°F max temp rating for reliable, long-lasting performance. - • **Easy DIY Upgrade:** Clear terminal markings and universal fit make replacement straightforward—even for first-timers. - • **Proudly American-Made:** Manufactured and assembled in the USA, backed by a 5-year warranty for peace of mind. - • **Trusted Industry Favorite:** Ranked #38 in Industrial Electrical Capacitors with 4.6-star rating from 573+ reviews. - • **Dual Capacitance Powerhouse:** 45+5 µF rating ensures versatile HVAC compatibility for 370 or 440 VAC systems. ## Overview The AmRad USA2236 is a dual 45+5 µF round capacitor designed for 370 or 440 VAC HVAC applications. Made in the USA with durable polypropylene and rated for up to 221°F, it offers reliable performance backed by a 5-year warranty. Its universal fit and clear terminal markings simplify installation, making it a top choice among professionals and DIYers alike. ## Description U.S.A. Capacitors are an industry preferred component when it comes to superior performance. All Capacitors are Individually Boxed and Dual Branded...for either 370 or 440 VAC Applications. Manufactured and Assembled in the U.S.A and backed by a 5 Year Warranty. Review: Quality product - Worked as it was intended to. Easy to install and alot cheaper than calling an hvac company. Review: Excellent product, AmRad seller fast ship (poor protection). Touted best capacitor brand out there. - Bought this to replace a working AmRad cap (capacitor) of same species. Using the old one (pretty crusty) as a backup. Here is why.. I pretty much had one of my other A/C's cap conk out on me, the outside fan wouldn't spin, and the air coming from the inside registers was just room temp. Have a home warranty that came with the purchase of the house. A/C service tech came out 4 days later after the initial call and noted the dead run capacitor on my affected A/C unit. He went to his truck, came back with a new one, and had it replaced in less than 7 minutes. I asked if I could keep the old one. He gave the busted one to me (bowed top - indication of expired capacitor), but put it in the box of the replacement capacitor. System started right up. I asked him if in the future if this kind of repair is something a home owner could do. He stated, that I would have to have special training and know how to read schematics and electric diagrams in order to perform this job. When I asked him how much these capacitors (caps) cost, he stated about $55-65 He was paid $60 for home warranty service call, and went on his way. At first I took his word for it that you had to have special training. Later on that night, I was examining the box that the new cap came in, and read the label on the old crusty cap, and noted that the compressor MFD or uf did not match (the newer one was a smaller number). This was a concern, so I started reading about run caps and watching the YouTube Vids on them. I realized that for longevity, you need to replace a run cap tit for tat on the MFD or uf, and in addition, you need a quality cap if you would like it to run a long time without problems. Also, because these things are relatively cheap, it was advised to keep one as a back up or spare. What I learned is this: the top two brands of run caps is AmRad and Genteq (formerly GE). Both excellent products, however, the AmRad is made in the USA and Genteq is manufactured in North America (Mexico) no disrespect, but I would prefer one made in the USA (and yea, you pay twice as much, but can you really put a price on peace of mind?) I additionally learned that the repairman was not telling a truth when he said you need to have some special knowledge of electric schematics or whatever. You just need read a little bit online, and watch several YouTube vids (especially the ones that point out safety), and I think I might be able to teach a monkey how to replace these things. Baaahhhhhh, special training my arse. What a joke! I am an RN, and I replaced my caps on both of my A/C units in less than 20 minutes (and I was taking my time too cleaning out the cob webs and dust in the run cap compartment. Glad this situation happened. I shall never have to pay some outrageous bill to have some guy come out to replace a run cap again. The bigger benefit, is that I will have to wait about 10 minutes as opposed to 4 days to get my unit back up and running again (should the problem be the run cap). Oh yea, something that wiill come in handy for the novice or expert. What I noticed is that pretty much all run caps have and etched in identifiers for what each terminal is for C= common, F= fan, HERM = Hermetically sealed compressor. Well this is all fine and dandy with new cap, but have that sucker sit out in the weather, year after year with a tin housing, and you can hardly ID the etched in identifiers. So here is what I did to circumvent any future problems with what goes where. Get you a permanent marker, and on the side of the cap adjacent to the terminals, mark F, C, & HERM respective to the correct terminal. Then you will never have to try to figure out if your plugging it up right. I would even advocate to go out and do it to your caps now (if you can still read the stamped or etched in terminal identifiers) <<< again, watch the safety videos first before even considering taking off any panels to your outside unit. ## Features - Take Note: Dimensions are approximate / Subject to Change Without Notice; Many dimensions have changed due to engineering and changes in manufacturing if your dimensions are critical , be sure and contact us for current dimensions - Global Store items have separate terms, are sold from abroad, and may differ from the UK version, including fit, age ratings, and labelling - Take Note: Dimensions are approximate / Subject to Change Without Notice; Many dimensions have changed due to engineering and changes in manufacturing;;;if your dimensions are critical , be sure and contact us for current dimensions ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00GSU47TQ | | Best Sellers Rank | #7,126 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #38 in Industrial Electrical Capacitors | | Brand | AMRAD | | Brand Name | AMRAD | | Capacitance | 45 microfarad | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 573 Reviews | | Included Components | AmRadUSA_45+5R_ver1 | | Item Shape | Round | | Item Weight | 8 ounces | | Manufacturer | AMRAD | | Material | Polypropylene | | Material Type | Polypropylene | | Maximum Voltage | 440 volts | | Model | USA2236 | | Mounting Type | Through-Hole Mount | | Number of Items | 1 | | Operating Voltage | 440 volts | | Part Number | USA2236 | | Shape | Round | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upper Temperature Rating | 221 °F | ## Product Details - **Brand:** AMRAD - **Capacitance:** 45 microfarad - **Material:** Polypropylene - **Operating Voltage:** 440 volts - **Shape:** Round ## Images ![45 + 5 uf/Mfd Round Dual Universal Capacitor • AmRad USA2236 - Used for 370 or 440 VAC, Made in The U.S.A. - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61bShBNrMKL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality product *by B***. on February 26, 2026* Worked as it was intended to. Easy to install and alot cheaper than calling an hvac company. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent product, AmRad seller fast ship (poor protection). Touted best capacitor brand out there. *by O***Y on September 29, 2016* Bought this to replace a working AmRad cap (capacitor) of same species. Using the old one (pretty crusty) as a backup. Here is why.. I pretty much had one of my other A/C's cap conk out on me, the outside fan wouldn't spin, and the air coming from the inside registers was just room temp. Have a home warranty that came with the purchase of the house. A/C service tech came out 4 days later after the initial call and noted the dead run capacitor on my affected A/C unit. He went to his truck, came back with a new one, and had it replaced in less than 7 minutes. I asked if I could keep the old one. He gave the busted one to me (bowed top - indication of expired capacitor), but put it in the box of the replacement capacitor. System started right up. I asked him if in the future if this kind of repair is something a home owner could do. He stated, that I would have to have special training and know how to read schematics and electric diagrams in order to perform this job. When I asked him how much these capacitors (caps) cost, he stated about $55-65 He was paid $60 for home warranty service call, and went on his way. At first I took his word for it that you had to have special training. Later on that night, I was examining the box that the new cap came in, and read the label on the old crusty cap, and noted that the compressor MFD or uf did not match (the newer one was a smaller number). This was a concern, so I started reading about run caps and watching the YouTube Vids on them. I realized that for longevity, you need to replace a run cap tit for tat on the MFD or uf, and in addition, you need a quality cap if you would like it to run a long time without problems. Also, because these things are relatively cheap, it was advised to keep one as a back up or spare. What I learned is this: the top two brands of run caps is AmRad and Genteq (formerly GE). Both excellent products, however, the AmRad is made in the USA and Genteq is manufactured in North America (Mexico) no disrespect, but I would prefer one made in the USA (and yea, you pay twice as much, but can you really put a price on peace of mind?) I additionally learned that the repairman was not telling a truth when he said you need to have some special knowledge of electric schematics or whatever. You just need read a little bit online, and watch several YouTube vids (especially the ones that point out safety), and I think I might be able to teach a monkey how to replace these things. Baaahhhhhh, special training my arse. What a joke! I am an RN, and I replaced my caps on both of my A/C units in less than 20 minutes (and I was taking my time too cleaning out the cob webs and dust in the run cap compartment. Glad this situation happened. I shall never have to pay some outrageous bill to have some guy come out to replace a run cap again. The bigger benefit, is that I will have to wait about 10 minutes as opposed to 4 days to get my unit back up and running again (should the problem be the run cap). Oh yea, something that wiill come in handy for the novice or expert. What I noticed is that pretty much all run caps have and etched in identifiers for what each terminal is for C= common, F= fan, HERM = Hermetically sealed compressor. Well this is all fine and dandy with new cap, but have that sucker sit out in the weather, year after year with a tin housing, and you can hardly ID the etched in identifiers. So here is what I did to circumvent any future problems with what goes where. Get you a permanent marker, and on the side of the cap adjacent to the terminals, mark F, C, & HERM respective to the correct terminal. Then you will never have to try to figure out if your plugging it up right. I would even advocate to go out and do it to your caps now (if you can still read the stamped or etched in terminal identifiers) <<< again, watch the safety videos first before even considering taking off any panels to your outside unit. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality upgrade *by M***N on July 25, 2026* Recommended by several HVAC technicians: these have a higher lifespan; thicker foil; elongated cylinder with more sa/vol for heat dissipation. Really like the extra prongs for a hard start option. LOVE the detailed specification stickers. Only thing negative is it doesn’t fit inside the oem bracket, but not worth deducting a star. Will find a different bracket to replace the oem one (using t&b tie wraps atm). Shipping was lightning fast. 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