Abit AN8 32X - bad caps (c_hegge pls read)

[Coulro]

I need to find the correct capacitors for my Abit AN8 32X motherboard.
From the pics you can see the following info printed on them (you can see the bulging cap in the background too)
KZG, 6.3V, 2200uF
(M)105°C, 5(7), DT (sorry, I tried to get this pic more clear)
Additionally I measured the following
Diameter: 10mm
Height: 20mm (see my question below)

I did find this old post which describes my exact problem (same Motherboard and same exact bad capacitors):
https://www.badcaps.net/forum/showth...t=ABIT+AN8+32X

HOWEVER: the original poster never linked/showed which replacement capacitors he bought (he did fix his motherboard though)
ALSO: (Super Moderator) c_hegge in the 3rd post down does post a link to some caps but they are 16mm height and when I measure mine I swear they are 20mm height (from end to end...am I measuring correctly?)

One last thing to note is that I do not have the proper equipment to remove and resolder these myself (although I am not opposed to trying it myself if the equipment is not to pricey). I'm hoping I can find a tech/hobbyist on craigslist in my area willing to help me out with this project. But my first step is to find the correct replacement parts. (I tried to use the directions by the other poster for choosing caps, but I just could not follow it, sorry)

Thanks in advance.

[mockingbird]

Re: Abit AN8 32X - bad caps (c_hegge pls read)

Here you go:

https://www.badcaps.net/store/produc...roducts_id=181

You may as well list all the other capacitors on the board because they might need replacing as well. Capacitors don't always bulge... When they dry out, they might not.

[Coulro]

Re: Abit AN8 32X - bad caps (c_hegge pls read)

I will try to get around to listing the other caps as soon as possible...looking at it right now and there are quite a few different types.
Some I am just now noticing look identical to each other, but actually have slight differences in what is printed on them.

On a secondary note...does anyone have a list of equipment I would need to buy if I was going to attempt this myself?
Maybe some specific links to a particular brand/model etc.

The only equipment I have is just a basic run of the mill soldering iron you might buy for a few bucks at home depot...I don't think I even have any solder.

From the few tutorials I have read it is my understanding that to remove the caps I need a more "advanced" temperature controlled machine that both heats and "sucks/removes" the solder.
And to attach the new caps that I might need a better soldering iron (temp controlled as well?) with a few different tips (I have no idea which ones though)...also I know there is different types of solder, but again...i have no idea what to buy/use.

[Coulro]

Re: Abit AN8 32X - bad caps (c_hegge pls read)

Since I can't edit my post (above) I will just add that I have read a bit more about how to remove bad caps as well as some general soldering techniques and info.

Ignore everything I wrote about needing equipment advice and such (the very fist tutorial video I googled/watched the guy was using some high tech machine...now I know it's possible without all that jazz). I found everything I needed to know here in the FAQ section.

[c_hegge]

Re: Abit AN8 32X - bad caps (c_hegge pls read)

The caps mockingbird suggested will be fine, as will the 16mm tall caps I suggested in the other post. The height doesn't really matter that much, as long as they fit and their electrical characteristics are OK for the intended circuit.

[momaka]

Re: Abit AN8 32X - bad caps (c_hegge pls read)

Having worked on an Abit AT8-32X, I'd say that a cheap soldering station would be much more preferable than a regular iron. A regular iron may work, but you will probably need one that is rated for at least 40W (50W or higher preferable) and a hair dryer to preheat the board.
The thing is, most brick-and-mortar stores sell those higher-wattage irons for almost the same price of a basic temperature controlled soldering station. So in my opinion, it's not really worth buying a regular iron when a soldering station costs just a little bit more. Moreover, working on motherboards with a regular iron is a lot more hassle than it is with a soldering station.

You can get a cheap, basic soldering station on eBay for under $50.
Here's a very basic analog one that would do the job:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/936B-ESD-Iro...item5af3b6c165
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ATTEN-937b-A...item25669725c0
^I would personally recommend the second because it also comes with a spare chisel tip (much more useful for motherboards than a regular conical tip)

And for a little bit more you get this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Digital-Sold...item1c34c7bb34
The nice thing about this one is that it comes with solder so you don't have to worry about going to Radio Shack or wherever to get that. You also get a spare heating element, lots of soldering tips, and the station has a digital display.

The last thing that would be very helpful to have would be some flux. If you don't mind the long wait, you can get it for very cheap from eBay China, like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Weak-Acid-SM...item43bf1f13e3

Or for a little more, you can get it from US so you don't have to wait that long:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/KESTER-186-R...item1e6143e610