Saving Computer SMPS – PART 4
As you might already know, I have a lot of interest in restoring computer ATX power supply, inspired by Jestine Yong’s famous book on SMPS repair. I do this as a totally free service to the hospital where I work. This hospital is not run aiming at commercial gains and I too wanted to be a part of their activities in this small way. Here are two more cases of such restorations.
- PRIYA 450W – Capacitors were found bulged in the secondary and the values of primary capacitors were out.
I replaced all the electrolytic capacitors and retouched the board with fresh solder as usual.
The SMPS was back to do its service with better power! Loaded a 12V, 25W bulb and used the SMPS Tester for checking:
- FOXIN FPS-500S – Capacitors were found bulged and one exploded in the secondary side. The values of the tank capacitors were way out. There was burnt mark at the bottom of the coil, though coil was unaffected.
I replaced all the electrolytic capacitors and retouched the board with fresh solder and the SMPS worked very well.
I replaced the fan as it had developed cracks. Also scraped the black marks and cleaned to the extent possible.
Missions accomplished most satisfactorily and added to the collections!
This article was prepared for you by Parasuraman Subramanian from India. He is 72 years old and has more than 30 years’ experience in handling antique equipment like Valve Radio, Amps, Reel Tape Recorders and currently studying latest tech-classes conducted by Kerala State Electronics Technicians’ Association. He has done graduation in BBA degree, private diploma in Radio Engineering and retired as MD of a USA company. Presently working as Consultant to Hospital and other institutions.
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Anwar Shiekh
May 13, 2023 at 8:12 am
that burn mark is scary
Parasuraman S
May 13, 2023 at 10:39 am
Yes, it is a bit scary! But it can be cleaned to a certain extent! Many thanks for your comments!
Mark
May 13, 2023 at 9:10 am
Well done Parasuraman on generously providing such a necessary service for the hospital
Parasuraman S
May 13, 2023 at 10:40 am
Many thanks for your encouraging comments!
Andrew F. Ali
May 13, 2023 at 9:13 am
Well done again!!!
Parasuraman S
May 13, 2023 at 10:40 am
Many thanks for your support!
Waleed Rishmawi
May 13, 2023 at 1:09 pm
Great job on the repair and I am sure replacing all these capacitors brought you great joy lol. be blessed today as you are willing to bless others. have a blessed day my friend.
Parasuraman S
May 13, 2023 at 8:48 pm
Many thanks for your comments and blessings! Enjoyed!
Albert van Bemmelen
May 13, 2023 at 3:14 pm
Another confident making repair article as you always make fixing defect smps units sound so easy after mostly just replacing some bad bulgy e-caps. And no doubt serving the public and fellow man doing good!
Parasuraman S
May 13, 2023 at 8:49 pm
Many thanks for your comments and encouragement.
Yogesh Panchal
May 17, 2023 at 11:03 pm
Good Job! Sir
Parasuraman S
May 18, 2023 at 9:19 am
Many thanks, dear!