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EEVblog #1183 - RIFA Madness (Schaffner Repair)

Name: EEVblog #1183 - RIFA Madness (Schaffner Repair)
Channel: EEVblog
Description: Shared when someone finds cracked mains filter capacitors in old gear, explaining how moisture makes RIFA parts fail and supporting the advice to replace them.

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Shared when someone finds cracked mains filter capacitors in old gear, explaining how moisture makes RIFA parts fail and supporting the advice to replace them.

Watch for: Aimed at anyone restoring older mains-powered equipment

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