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Amiga computer related discussion => Amiga Hardware Issues and discussion => Topic started by: woz on July 29, 2003, 11:44:07 AM

Title: Blizzard PPC crystals, where can I get them?
Post by: woz on July 29, 2003, 11:44:07 AM

Sorted out one problem with my Blizzard PPC 060-50 603e-240.  I need the two crystals, where can I buy them from here in the UK, Wales. :-?

Title: Re: Blizzard PPC crystals, where can I get them?
Post by: Lando on July 29, 2003, 12:09:59 PM

RS Components (http://www.rswww.com)

Title: Re: Blizzard PPC crystals, where can I get them?
Post by: woz on July 29, 2003, 12:39:29 PM

Just noticed another problem, the small chip under the 2nd crystal looks damaged, the outer two pins on either end seem to be broken off. Does anyone know if this would cause a problem, or are they supposed to be like that. :-o

Title: Re: Blizzard PPC crystals, where can I get them?
Post by: Brian on July 29, 2003, 02:35:12 PM

If that chip is cracked it will surtantly cause problems with your card!

Title: Re: Blizzard PPC crystals, where can I get them?
Post by: woz on July 29, 2003, 03:10:36 PM

It's not cracked, the last two pins on the outer sides are broken away from the chip, not sure if it could be resoldered as it's so small, also the pins have broken away from the chip.

Title: Re: Blizzard PPC crystals, where can I get them?
Post by: Peggus on July 29, 2003, 04:47:37 PM

Sounds like a heating problem. That is the repetitive heating and cooling has caused it to crack. However check with another blizzard owner before doing anything.

As for crystals try
www.newark.com
www.digikey.com

Title: Re: Blizzard PPC crystals, where can I get them?
Post by: woz on July 29, 2003, 06:42:13 PM

Thanks for all the info and help everyone, I'll try and get two crystals for it, tried a few local places today but to no avail.