the reason i ask, the last recap job i did was in a VCR that worked fine 7 years ago and blew up immediately when plugged in after that hiatus.
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Re: do electrolite caps fail from disuse?
Old electrolytic caps, yes. Modern ones *should* not... -
Re: do electrolite caps fail from disuse?
yes they should, it's in the datasheets.
if you leave them too long wihout any power going through them they de-polarise and you have to re-form them.Comment
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Re: do electrolite caps fail from disuse?
so, would it be wise to periodically plug in and turn on various electronic gear that is stored? say once a year?Comment
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Re: do electrolite caps fail from disuse?
As a tube radio restorer, I say YES, Yes, yes! Leave them running for 15 minute too. 5 years is OK with no power from my experience.Originally posted by jack black View PostThings I've fixed: anything from semis to crappy Chinese $2 radios, and now an IoT Dildo....
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You must have a sad, sad boring life if you hate on people harmlessly enjoying life with an animal costume.
Sometimes you need to break shit to fix it.... Thats why my lawnmower doesn't have a deadman switch or engine brake anymore
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