Cap reformation question
Allison
ajp166 at bellatlantic.net
Tue Dec 6 22:12:49 CST 2005
J.C. Wren wrote:
> These are big mambo-jumbo caps in a linear supply, specifically a
> nameless S-100 system. I'm not sure if it's feasible to remove them.
> They're screwed into the motherboard, and while I could disassemble the
> motherboard from the chassis, it might still be a pain to get them out.
>
> Controlling the voltage into them is pretty easy, via the Variac.
> Limiting the current is a whole 'nother problem. Maybe a light bulb in
> series with the Variac?
>
> --jc
For that case yes. Variac to come up slow and low wattage lamp to limit
current.
S100 linear supplies are unregulated (usually) before they get on the bus
so a load is NOT needed. Do insure the caps are discharged before inserting
any board.
Allison
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