Kmot
Oct 16, 2007, 01:15 AM
Well, it sounded like it blew up. I was using my Ripmax 20A dual output power supply to run a 12V motor. The motor was using 7.9A of power and all of a sudden there was a BANG and smoke and stink. I pulled the plug and took it outside as I didn't know if flames were next! :eek:
As it turns out, a uf470 25V capacitor blew up. The charger wasn't anywhere near its maximum amperage output. I have run motors before without a problem. I have used two chargers at a time and seen it run at 11-12 amps and not have a problem. I don't think running the motor caused this. But I am unsure.
In any case, instead of sending this back to the distributor and going through all that, would it be advisable to just source a like capacitor and solder it back into the board? Do you think any other components may have been electrically damaged during this event?
As it turns out, a uf470 25V capacitor blew up. The charger wasn't anywhere near its maximum amperage output. I have run motors before without a problem. I have used two chargers at a time and seen it run at 11-12 amps and not have a problem. I don't think running the motor caused this. But I am unsure.
In any case, instead of sending this back to the distributor and going through all that, would it be advisable to just source a like capacitor and solder it back into the board? Do you think any other components may have been electrically damaged during this event?