However, some types of metallized paper capacitors ( MP ) are still used for this application, because they still have some advantages in flame resistance.
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Plastic film capacitors were significantly smaller in physical size ( better volumetric efficiency ), with the same capacitance value and the same dielectric strength as comparable paper capacitors.
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Since around 1980, paper and metallized paper capacitors ( MP capacitors ) have almost completely been replaced by PET film capacitors for most low-power DC electronic applications.
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A broad black band was applied to some tubular paper capacitors to indicate the end that had the outer electrode; this allowed this end to be connected to chassis ground to provide some shielding against hum and noise pickup.
