My guess is that it got so hot that the metal leaked out, and that is not a solder ball. It certainly smelled like the devil! Remember, never let the magic smoke out ...
Bad Tantalum capacitor picture
Bad Tantalum capacitor picture
This came from a CRT adapter for an IBM 5140 Convertible:
My guess is that it got so hot that the metal leaked out, and that is not a solder ball. It certainly smelled like the devil! Remember, never let the magic smoke out ...
My guess is that it got so hot that the metal leaked out, and that is not a solder ball. It certainly smelled like the devil! Remember, never let the magic smoke out ...
Re: Bad Tantalum capacitor picture
Bubble, bubble, toil and trouble.
Fire burn and capacitor bubble!
Fire burn and capacitor bubble!
You're all insane and trying to steal my magic bag!
Re: Bad Tantalum capacitor picture
Egad.. glad I haven't had one go yet. Gotta keep the magic smoke in!