K7n2-l

[darklock]

Got a K7N2-L with bulging 1500uf 16V United Chemicons (KZG) Have quite a few of 1500uf 16V Nichicon PL but in the 12.5mm OD size. Decided to use those before buying some 10mm OD size ones, just in case the board had other problems that a cap fix wouldn't cure. Board does POST now, but not sure if Nichicon PL are low esr, as I cannot find any data sheets.

[Honny]

Re: K7n2-l

i found two nichicon PL(M) on Compaq i440BX mainboard near RAM regulator...
datasheet would be useful for me

[davmax]

Re: K7n2-l

Take care United Chemicon caps are good caps. If they are bulging it is a strong indication that they have been stressed. This most often means the power supply caps are faulty. Check out the PS.

[UraBahn]

Re: K7n2-l

Got a K7N2-L with bulging 1500uf 16V United Chemicons (KZG) Have quite a few of 1500uf 16V Nichicon PL but in the 12.5mm OD size. Decided to use those before buying some 10mm OD size ones, just in case the board had other problems that a cap fix wouldn't cure. Board does POST now, but not sure if Nichicon PL are low esr, as I cannot find any data sheets.

Yes Nichicon PL are very low esr, and are also very reliable caps. I use Nichi PLs alot when I'm working on power supplies. Unfortunately they're not RoHS compliant so they're no longer being made (the PM series replaces the PLs and is said to offer largely similar specs.)

[willawake]

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here is the PM spec for your convenience

[Honny]

Re: K7n2-l

thx a lot