General Electric wb27x11031 High Voltage Capacitor

Product Description

The General Electric wb27x11031 is a high voltage capacitor designed as an OEM-style replacement part for GE cooking appliances, most commonly microwave ovens. High voltage capacitors store and discharge electrical energy within the magnetron circuit, supplying the power needed to generate microwave energy for cooking. This component is subject to wear over time and is a common failure point when a microwave oven loses heating function. Licensed appliance technicians and qualified electricians handle replacement of this part due to the lethal charge a high voltage capacitor can retain even after the unit is unplugged.

This capacitor is intended for use in GE-branded cooking appliances where the wb27x11031 is the specified replacement part. It is appropriate for residential appliance repair scenarios where the original capacitor has failed or tested outside of acceptable parameters. Installation is performed during a magnetron circuit service call, typically alongside inspection of the high voltage diode and transformer.

Key Features

• OEM-style replacement restores original magnetron circuit function
• Designed to meet original equipment specifications for fit and electrical performance
• Common replacement part for microwave ovens that have lost heating capability
• Manufactured to match the original component for direct substitution

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement high voltage capacitor for GE cooking appliances specifying part number wb27x11031.

Installation Notes

High voltage capacitors must be discharged before handling, even after the appliance has been unplugged, as they can retain a lethal charge. A qualified appliance technician or licensed electrician should perform this repair using an appropriate discharge tool and following proper lockout procedures. Do not handle this component without confirming the capacitor has been fully discharged. Refer to the appliance service manual and applicable local electrical codes before beginning any repair.

Technical Specifications

• Part Type: High Voltage Capacitor
• Application: Microwave Oven Magnetron Circuit

Standard Information

• Brand: General Electric
• Manufacturer Part Number: wb27x11031