A400
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Hello
I'm wondering what clearance a power supply cap should have above it? I've replaced the 10 000 uF caps in an NAD C315BEE with what I had on hand and now there is only about 2 mm (5/64") clearance to the metal case top, whereas there was around 10 mm (almost 1/2") previously. The top of the caps is insulated.
On a similar note, how important is lateral clearance from nearby caps?
If I get shorter replacement caps is there more lifespan benefit in increased temperature or increased
voltage? This amp seems to run warm.
I'm wondering what clearance a power supply cap should have above it? I've replaced the 10 000 uF caps in an NAD C315BEE with what I had on hand and now there is only about 2 mm (5/64") clearance to the metal case top, whereas there was around 10 mm (almost 1/2") previously. The top of the caps is insulated.
On a similar note, how important is lateral clearance from nearby caps?
If I get shorter replacement caps is there more lifespan benefit in increased temperature or increased
voltage? This amp seems to run warm.
