capacitors

toyotacelicagt4 · 16 Apr 2007 at 20:55

Hi,

I need to fit a capacitor to my motherboard and need to confirm that i'm wiring it up the right way. Is the side thats got the lines going down it the negative pole?

Thanks

RaiderX · 16 Apr 2007 at 21:26

yes,the side with the - signs is the negative

WJA96 · 17 Apr 2007 at 10:46

That would be the one with the three huge - symbols on it

BTW - are you sure you want to be trying to solder that onto a multi-layer PCB if you're asking that sort of question?

Do you have a low-voltage/isolated soldering iron suitabel for use with low-voltage components?

A local electronics shop would probably solder it in for you for a couple of quid.

Darg · 17 Apr 2007 at 11:24

Bit of superglue and a large hammer will work wonders on modern electronics.

If you're using a standard soldering iron then try placing just a tiny bit of solder on the tips of the capacitor and placing it down in the right place quickly before it sets. Avoid placing extra solder on it after it's in place. You'll only end up shorting other components.