[AMPS] Reforming PS caps

[measures]

>
>I would like to reform the PS caps in an old Swan Amp that has not
>been turned on for over 10 years. I have a few questions before I
>start. I will be using an old Eico Cap tester but the eye tube no 
>longer works. The output voltage is still there and is variable
>from 0 to about 400 volts. I will use external meters to monitor
>voltage and current.
>
>Questions:
>
>1. When starting at 0 volts and going up what should the current be
>   limited to???
>
Depends on how long current is applied.  Give the old caps lots of 
cooling air and time outs as they reform.  The enemy is heat buildup.  

>2.  When the voltage reaches the rating of the Cap what should the 
>    leakage current be??? (Ball Park)

A few hundred uA at room temp.  
>
cheers, Art

-  Rich..., 805.386.3734, www.vcnet.com/measures.  
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