> > > In my experience, ordinary electrolytics aren't as dramatic as > tantalums when they go. The vent just opens and they sneeze out the > electrolyte. A fizzle, not a bang. Yeah, they've improved them.. They used to throw aluminum case and guts all over the place if properly abused. -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist