Cannot find 33uF 16V 50% tolerance axial at either Digi-key or Mouser.
Found Vishay Sprague tantalum 33uF 15V 10% axial. Would this be an acceptable sub? Is it ever accaptable to bend the leads of a radial to fit into an axial slot?
Found Vishay Sprague tantalum 33uF 15V 10% axial. Would this be an acceptable sub? Is it ever accaptable to bend the leads of a radial to fit into an axial slot?
Wouldn't recommend changing to a tantalum. They have quite different properties to electrolytic capacitors.
You would be better seeing if you can neatly substitute a radial type, if you really cannot find an axial replacement.
You would be better seeing if you can neatly substitute a radial type, if you really cannot find an axial replacement.
Also, quick search on a local supplier site found a suitable Vishay replacement. Even has a 70s vintage look to it.
https://nz.element14.com/vishay/mal203035339e3/cap-33-f-16v/dp/1165415
https://nz.element14.com/vishay/mal203035339e3/cap-33-f-16v/dp/1165415
Remember it's fine to go for a higher voltage rating if they're available. 16v is the minimum you should fit but there's no problem in going higher.
Yes it's fine in most cases to use a more modern radial cap. As always, just bend the leads slightly away from the end seal so as to not damage the seal. I use some fine needle nose pliers held tight next to the seal to hold the leads firm and make the bend below the jaws of the pliers.
Yes it's fine in most cases to use a more modern radial cap. As always, just bend the leads slightly away from the end seal so as to not damage the seal. I use some fine needle nose pliers held tight next to the seal to hold the leads firm and make the bend below the jaws of the pliers.
Thanks, Mike, but I'm not sure where the seal is you are talking about. The only words I am familiar with are pad, trace, and lead. Is the seal where the lead enters the body of the capacitor?
Yes that's right.
If you bend the leads right at the point where the leads enter the body it can in some cases damage the seal leading to the capacitor failing more quickly because the wet electrolyte escapes more quickly from the damaged seal.
It's a minor point but it's always good practice to 'dress' the leads properly.
If you bend the leads right at the point where the leads enter the body it can in some cases damage the seal leading to the capacitor failing more quickly because the wet electrolyte escapes more quickly from the damaged seal.
It's a minor point but it's always good practice to 'dress' the leads properly.