Why Components Fail And How To Identify Them
How to Identify a Failed Component When a component fails, there are a few indicators that can identify the component that failed and aid in troubleshooting the electronics. Visually inspect the component for damage. An obvious indicator that a component has failed is through a visual inspection. Failed components often have burnt or melted areas, or have bulged and expanded. Capacitors are often bulged out, especially electrolytic capacitors around the metal tops....