Dave attempts to give the low-down on different capacitor types in under 10 minutes, can he do it? (Hint - Dave likes to waffle...)

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30 thoughts on “Eevblog #33 1of2 – capacitor tutorial electrolytic, tantalum, plastic film”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Eliseo Moran says:

    It is the best, shortest ans practical explanation I have ever seen. Great work Dave with this video.

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars mini konshu says:

    سادس ٢٠٢٣ 🫶🫶

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Tedys Electronics Tech Channel Я says:

    you can use them as a paper capacitor even after electrolytes goes off but with low capacitance

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars T S says:

    Holy crap, I thought it was DATA from Star Trek for a moment…LOLOL

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars classic samus aran says:

    I've been keeping old electronic devices from the early 90's and 2000's example snes console, ps2 slim and crt tvs will these devices have problems with aluminum electrolytic capacitors if stored for a long time?

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Yoram Alon says:

    This guy is brilliant and knowledgeable.

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Lance's paleo corner says:

    In glorious low-def.

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pootycat says:

    Hee, hee, so those lines inscribed on the top are a "pressure vent"? I thought the pressure vent was the rubber part on the bottom, which is designed so when it blows, all that corrosive juice gets sprayed onto the PCB, and into the other components!

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars gary johnson says:

    I have a question about using electrolytic capacitors in power supplies. Is there any way of knowing if you should use polarized or non polarized ? Or do you just try it and if it doesn't work change it ?

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars MAXIMUM says:

    Hi Mr Dave Jones I would like to see you make a video on how to solder film capacitors like polypropylene as film can melt with heat I looking forward to solder thru hole polypropylene but scared about it's melting point

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jim Bosley says:

    And Dave knows (see his Tektronix 2245B refurb video) that you have to install them in the right direction!. Electrolytics do explode – Dave just about jumped through the ceiling… Just given you a little bit of the business, Dave. Super helpful video, Dave. Thanks.

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rubab Mubarrat says:

    alternative title: Roasting Electrolytic Caps for 6 minutes

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars AL for shure says:

    I've never had anyone shake a capacitor at me for 10 minutes straight😅 and yes I know I'm 12 years late on this video

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Misc Errata says:

    Drop the emotion and drama please.

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars blank space says:

    my general impression of this video is that capacitors are dangerous and can explode and that generally everything is evil

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bob Diaz says:

    The best part about electrolytic and tantalum capacitors is blowing them up. Now if you want to turn them into firecrackers, you have to be careful, but it can be fun !!!! 😁😁😁

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Thorsummoner0 says:

    Any chance we could get reissue of episode 33? Your production quality has improved dramatically since this was published, great work Dave, you are such an inspiration!

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John says:

    Is there any reason to use an SMD 1uF Tantalum cap over a ceramic? The datasheet for the part I'm using calls out a Tantalum, but i believe it's just due to ceramic capacitors historically not being able to generate higher capacitances. These days you can get 100uF, even 500uF ceramic capacitors.

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars A B says:

    Hey hey hey I'm electrolytic capacitor stop talking shit about me

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Vinícius Guimarães says:

    Amazing intro!

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 露デュー says:

    he's not aged in a decade what

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Evgeni Belin says:

    Dave is Steve Irwin of electronics — he is genuinely excited by all these little circuit-populating critters! Love the channel.

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars tommy hanlon says:

    That was excellent.

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars classic samus aran says:

    Electrolytic capacitors mounted on electronic circuits of devices manufactured after 1990 can remain unused for as long as possible without this disuse causing failures and depolarization in the electrolytic capacitors?

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars classic samus aran says:

    i have electrolytic capacitors mounted on electronic devices from 1990, how long can these devices remain unused and without the electrolytic capacitors failing due to disuse?

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars NOFX0890 says:

    This is excellent. Helping me navigate components.Thankyou mate. New subscriber.

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Guru says:

    No ceramic caps:(

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars ted kaczynski says:

    first rate, david.

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hugh's garbage trucks says:

    You tube is 11 years old

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Roy Maya says:

    I don't know if it's just me, but you sure scared me to use ANY capacitor. lol.

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