What is the relationship between the DC and AC ratings of capacitors?

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Hello everyone, I have a few microwave caps rated at 2100 Volts AC and was wondering about their DC rating. I've heard that the DC rating of AC caps is usually 3-5 times the AC rating which seems to make sense but I'm not absolutely sure... If someone could please confirm or deny this I'd be very grateful :) Thanks in advance!
 
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