After dinner, I tore into my packages (don't even get me started) from Tayda and Mammoth, and started sorting and testing all the components. Even though I sprung for parts with high tolerances, I did find a couple that didn't quite make the cut. Not sure if they were from Ax-man or not (I'm guessing they were - since I pretty much dumped everything on the table like a kid at Christmas).
And - since my over-developed sense of OCD took over (thanks, Dad!) - I decided to list and sort EVERYTHING I have...which ended up being a good thing, actually.
In comparing and listing the parts, I found that a couple of the radial capacitors I purchased were only rated for 6.3 volts. Since I decided to undertake this hobby, I've had a crash-refresher-course in electronics - and I re-learned something about capacitors.
ALWAYS use a capacitor that is at least double the voltage the circuit will put through it. If you don't the capacitor goes 'pop'. Like the Weasel. Or like this:
Bored Kid Explodes Capacitors
I also found that I shorted myself on a few components, so before I put in yet another Tayda order, it's back to the Ax-man for more capacitors...
I also found that I shorted myself on a few components, so before I put in yet another Tayda order, it's back to the Ax-man for more capacitors...
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