10-03-2010, 10:55 AM
C102A & B is indeed a dual section electrolytic, 20 and 10 uF. Up until about 20 years ago, replacement twist-lock electrolytics were easy to get; not so now. I see Antique Electronic Supply is selling new Twist-Lock electrolytics that are, according to their website, "Made in the USA, on Mallory's original machinery." Very pricey, though; a new 20-20 uF, 450 volt cap costs $27.95!
A lot of collectors, myself included, like to rebuild the old can electrolytics when possible. It is a bit of a learning curve, but the results are well worth it. Here is a link to a page showing how to do this:
http://www.nmr.mgh.harvard.edu/~reese/el...s/#rebuild
I strongly advise against using any type of silicone in any electronic equipment. Use hot glue instead; it has excellent insulating properties, and has no acid which will eat away at copper as it cures, as most silicones have.
A lot of collectors, myself included, like to rebuild the old can electrolytics when possible. It is a bit of a learning curve, but the results are well worth it. Here is a link to a page showing how to do this:
http://www.nmr.mgh.harvard.edu/~reese/el...s/#rebuild
I strongly advise against using any type of silicone in any electronic equipment. Use hot glue instead; it has excellent insulating properties, and has no acid which will eat away at copper as it cures, as most silicones have.
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Ron Ramirez
Ferdinand IN
