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23 September 2026

  • curprev 02:1502:15, 23 September 2026 Josh talk contribs 16,605 bytes −40 Remove self-referential wording per house rule undo
  • curprev 02:0702:07, 23 September 2026 Josh talk contribs 16,645 bytes +12,724 Rewrite with full citations (Nichicon CAT.8101H hosted here, Vishay 40110, KEMET F3011): corrected 60 Hz hum to twice mains frequency, corrected bulging mechanism to Nichicon gas generation, added missing film/X2 suppression section, added tantalum derating 60-50 percent, added Class II ceramic DC-bias behaviour, replaced Japanese-brand rule with no-datasheet-no-purchase, replaced IPA-only cleanup with Nichicon soap-and-water plus never acidic/alkaline, replaced reforming folklore with Nichic... undo

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4 April 2025

  • curprev 22:5022:50, 4 April 2025 Josh talk contribs 3,899 bytes +82 No edit summary undo Tag: Visual edit
  • curprev 22:4822:48, 4 April 2025 Josh talk contribs 3,817 bytes +3,817 Created page with "Capacitors are critical components in all electronic devices, providing filtering, decoupling, timing, and voltage regulation. Over time, capacitors—especially '''electrolytic capacitors'''—can degrade or fail entirely. Recognizing the symptoms of failing capacitors is essential for diagnosing and repairing vintage or modern electronics. == ⚠️ Common Symptoms of Capacitor Failure == {| class="wikitable" style="width:100%; text-align:left;" |- ! Symptom !! Descr..."
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