philips retro power supply

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saxonman

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I just bought a philips 1960's/70's power supply with three voltages 6,7.5,10 volt but when i test it the voltage is 6.9,8.5,and 10.4 why is this i changed the caps but still the same, before i start using this power supply is the voltage dangerous to use on my box's??? or are these early power supply's just like this?? if not how can i repair it?? it seems pretty simple and i have the skill to replace componants any help will be great thanks
 

Superduper

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Unregulated power supplies always have no-load voltages higher than spec'd. Once a load is connected, the voltage will drop. The higher the current draw, the lower the voltage will be. I don't believe you have anything to worry about. I've tested no-load voltages on the M9994 (12v box) @ 16-17 volts and the M90, I've observed around 21volts on a (15v box).
 
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