Singxer SU-2
Dec 12, 2023 at 1:30 PM Post #196 of 215
@fmzip , more pictures of the Analog Devices LTC4425 supercap board
https://www.digikey.com/en/products...TANCAPZQDaIArAAwUgC6Avg4QExkgAiAwmBXAJwBBegyA

Board comes with a supercap installed, it is smaller then the Eaton TV supercaps I used

The additional power sequencing relay is needed only if a bigger cap is used.
The board comes with a 1.2F cap which charges up to 5V in about 60secs.




Connection is quite simple.
In the event that I get my Kitsune SU-2 up and running, I think I may take a stab at the supercap mod. Basically putting this assembly in between the output of the power supply and the main board, correct @b0bb? Also, the Belleson SPX installed on the power supply. Would you happen to have a link to the correct MFG PN or is it the SPX78 in 5V? Looking at the photos, I don't see a cap installed, is this still the correct link? https://www.digikey.com/en/products...9A/4866568?s=N4IgTCBcDaICIGECMBWAHATgIIgLoF8g
 
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Dec 13, 2023 at 8:09 PM Post #197 of 215
Great news! I am back up and running! Thanks @b0bb ! Going to tackle the supercap next :)

How did you actually mounts yours? I see nylon hardware in your photo but there aren't any screw hole openings on the PCB

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Dec 15, 2023 at 12:46 AM Post #198 of 215
Singxer SU2 MagnaFied Super3 Farad PSU
Super3 Farad has supercap very clean power
This MagnaFied version of the very popular Singxer SU2 has OSCON Ultra low ESR caps, ELNA capacitors and WIMA film caps
if you add a 10mhz clock you get an open sound
much better bass
midrange there absolutely top
soft treble and more holographic sound
 
Dec 15, 2023 at 7:57 PM Post #199 of 215
In the event that I get my Kitsune SU-2 up and running, I think I may take a stab at the supercap mod. Basically putting this assembly in between the output of the power supply and the main board, correct @b0bb? Also, the Belleson SPX installed on the power supply. Would you happen to have a link to the correct MFG PN or is it the SPX78 in 5V? Looking at the photos, I don't see a cap installed, is this still the correct link? https://www.digikey.com/en/products...9A/4866568?s=N4IgTCBcDaICIGECMBWAHATgIIgLoF8g
Check the part number on the stock regulator,
if it is a NatSemi pinout,use SPX17 5V (https://www.belleson.com/store/SPX-Max-Performance/SPX17-Positive-Output)
if it is a Motorola pinout,use SPX78 5V (https://www.belleson.com/store/SPX-Max-Performance/SPX78-Positive-Output)

Take a photo of the regulator and post it here.
The 1A transformer also needs to be replaced with a higher current supply. I am using a 9V 3A DC supply.
 
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Dec 15, 2023 at 7:59 PM Post #200 of 215
Great news! I am back up and running! Thanks @b0bb ! Going to tackle the supercap next :)

How did you actually mounts yours? I see nylon hardware in your photo but there aren't any screw hole openings on the PCB

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I used hot melt glue. You can probably do better. I needed something quick and easy without drilling into the board.
You can see the glue on the standoff on the board.
 
Dec 20, 2023 at 9:25 AM Post #202 of 215
@fmzip, the power supply regulator will have to be upgraded to take advantage of the supercap
Supercaps increase the transient current demand from the supply.

This mod changes the regulator to a 5V@3A Belleson SPX78
https://www.belleson.com/store/SPX-Max-Performance

The Schottky diode bridge reduces the voltage drop by 0.7-1V, about 20% of the supply voltage.
This helps as the voltage will drop as large currents are pulled into the supercap.

Individual diodes on a bridge rectifier pcb

Hi b0bb, is there a reason you opted for the SMT diode versus the thruhole? I purchased the one you linked but it’s too small for the pads. Looks like there's enough room for one. If so, would this work as I have a few on hand?
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Taiwan-Semiconductor/SR805?qs=tHU/lV7kTyQMUMSABY1p7w==
 

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Dec 21, 2023 at 12:07 AM Post #203 of 215
Hi b0bb, is there a reason you opted for the SMT diode versus the thruhole? I purchased the one you linked but it’s too small for the pads. Looks like there's enough room for one. If so, would this work as I have a few on hand?
https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/Taiwan-Semiconductor/SR805?qs=tHU/lV7kTyQMUMSABY1p7w==
You can use the SR805s if they fit on the board.

The ones I used were leftover from another mod, ultra low leakage.
Regular Schottky's can be quite leaky as temperature increases and this lets thru noise from the other side.
Check the datasheet for the SR805 and compare it to the one I used.

I used tinned copper PCB track repair strips with adhesive backs to bridge the gap.
I was making use of what I had in hand.
The copper tracks helps keep the diodes cool to minimize leakage issues.

OSHPark shared projects may have something more elegant.
 
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Dec 21, 2023 at 10:20 AM Post #204 of 215
You can use the SR805s if they fit on the board.

The ones I used were leftover from another mod, ultra low leakage.
Regular Schottky's can be quite leaky as temperature increases and this lets thru noise from the other side.
Check the datasheet for the SR805 and compare it to the one I used.

I used tinned copper PCB track repair strips with adhesive backs to bridge the gap.
I was making use of what I had in hand.
The copper tracks helps keep the diodes cool to minimize leakage issues.

OSHPark shared projects may have something more elegant.
Problem solved…nice to have professional solderers at my disposal
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Jan 6, 2024 at 12:25 PM Post #206 of 215
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my singxer su2 is equipped with oscon capacitor
and 10mhz clock
 
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