When should caps be replaced?


I hear we should replace old caps in vintage equipment. But when and what are the symptoms of bad caps in vintage equipment? Other than oil leaking, what are audible symptoms?
mfdamon

Showing 1 response by erik_squires

Power supply caps from the 1980's or earlier should be replaced by now. 

New caps (2000) to now I believe have about a 30 year lifespan. 

If you use higher than original temp caps you increase their usable life. 

Power supply caps are critical, as they can take a lot of other devices with them.