>
>Thanks to all who offered assistance.
>
>Started on it tonight.
>
>Found no shorted caps, but a couple are over the recommended leakage
>current. So I will replace all.
>
>I have another set that I was use in a different amp but they will fit,
>so I'll try them if they test good. Can anyone provide leakage current
>specs for SPRAGUE POWERLYTIC 36D7886 ??? Can't find on the Web ????
>
/\ As I recall, typical leakage is <1uA /uF at the rated WV. It's also
important to check the 4-digit mfg. code date. The useful life of an
85ºC aluminum electrolytic is roughly 20 years. Every 10ºC rise in
operating temp. reduces life expectancy by about half
>
cheers, Art
- R. L. Measures, 805.386.3734,AG6K, www.vcnet.com/measures.
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