PC power supply
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Useful Components
- SMPS chip (TL494, etc)
- High current inductors
- Case
- Heatsink
- Fan
- Low voltage filter capacitors
- High voltage reservoir capacitors
- Bridge rectifier
- Mains sockets/outlets
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Dismantling Tips
- Generally single-sided boards, desolder quite easily
- Don't worry about getting the transformers off unless you want them specially - I have been unable to un-glue the cores for salvage/rewind.
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Safety Points
Ensure reservoir capacitors are discharged - lethal voltages may be present
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Where to Find
Ubiquitous.
