PowerBook 5300c Recapping Guide

PowerBook 5300c Recapping Guide

The PowerBook 5300c has three circuit boards with electrolytic capacitors. The locations and specs may vary in other models such as the 5300ce and 5300cs.

Location(s)CapacitanceVoltagePads (edge to edge)SMD Size RecommendationNotes
INVERTER BOARD
C310uF50V9.5mmC (6mm L) or
D (7.3mm L)
C92.2uF50V6.5mmB (3.5mm L)
POWER SUPPLY BOARD
C6733uF25V9.5mmC (6mm L) or
D (7.3mm L)
11x: C68, C69, C70, C73, C74, C75, C76, C77, C78, C79, C80100uF35V12.5mm6.6mm X 6.6mm - 10.3mm X 10.3mmTantalum not a typical/affordable replacement option.
MAIN LOGIC BOARD
C5533uF25V9.5mmC (6mm L) or
D (7.3mm L)

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