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David G4EBT · 10th Mar 2017, 6:46 pm

So, time to rebuild the PSU.

First pic is a replica box made from double sided PCB sheet soldered together, prior to soldering the lid on.

Second pic is the label I made and fitted along the lines of the original.

Third pic shows the 16uF can as found. Some may say 'leave it like that - it's patina'. No it's not - it's decay. 'Patina' is what you get on a Chippendale chair!

Fourth pic is the can cut open near the base with a 500V 16uF high ripple rated cap in place, and a new waterslide transfer applied.

Fifth pic is the can refitted to the base with an internal aluminium sleeve and 'Super Steel' two-part epoxy cement.

Next task was to make and fit the new tag-strip prior to re-wiring.

10th Mar 2017, 6:46 pm	#2
David G4EBT Dekatron Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Cottingham, East Yorkshire, UK. Posts: 5,761	Re: Ekco AC77 - well on the way - not there yet! So, time to rebuild the PSU. First pic is a replica box made from double sided PCB sheet soldered together, prior to soldering the lid on. Second pic is the label I made and fitted along the lines of the original. Third pic shows the 16uF can as found. Some may say 'leave it like that - it's patina'. No it's not - it's decay. 'Patina' is what you get on a Chippendale chair! Fourth pic is the can cut open near the base with a 500V 16uF high ripple rated cap in place, and a new waterslide transfer applied. Fifth pic is the can refitted to the base with an internal aluminium sleeve and 'Super Steel' two-part epoxy cement. Next task was to make and fit the new tag-strip prior to re-wiring. Attached Thumbnails __________________ David. BVWS Member. G-QRP Club member 1339.