SMPS Power Supply Repair – 4 Popular FAQs Answered!

If you're looking for information on SMPS power supply repair, then you're going to want to take a couple of minutes to read the following FAQs.

Yes, we're going to take a look at 4 of the most frequently asked questions about SMPS power supply repair.

So without further delay, here are the FAQs that can help you in your quest to troubleshoot and fix faulty SMPS units…

Question 1:

I have some electronic repair/ electronic component testing experience. Now I want to learn how to repair SMPS, where should I start?

You can start by reading up about how switch mode power supply works, how each component works and so on.

You also need to study a bit about the multiple circuit functions available in SMPS, learn to interpret the schematic diagram, and also study the multiple parts of SMPS for in-depth knowledge on waveforms and voltages.

Don't worry. With the right step-by-step manual, you'll learn all these things plus more practical knowledge with ease.

NOTE: Please look at Question #4, for additional details…

Question 2:

What sort of equipment should I use to test a faulty SMPS?

Get a volt-ohm meter (VOM). This device is battery powered and you can use it to evaluate electric current, assess damaged components, wire etc.

Question 3:

Sometimes I get tired of doing SMPS power supply work because I have to test the components individually. It takes too much time, so any shortcuts?

Well, you can do a voltage test to help you find out which part of your SMPS is faulty.

Now if you have top-notch electronic testing ability like me (sorry for bragging), then you'll be able assess all components found in the power section very quickly. Keep practicing…Soon you'll get better at it!


Question 4:

Where can I find an in-depth course on troubleshooting and fixing switch mode power supply? Preferably with step-by-step photo instructions because text-only manuals are hard to follow…

Actually there is an immediately DOWNLOADABLE SMPS power supply repair guide that is very easy to understand, and packed with step-by-step photo instructions. Just go ahead and click this link.

I learned everything about repairing SMPS from this guide :)