Capacitor Leakage Adaptor For DMMs

Used with a DMM on the 20V range, this circuit gives a rapid and direct measure of the leakage current of capacitors. There are two ranges, with maximum readings of about 20µA and 2mA, and the test voltage can be varied. This lets you test leakage at or near the capacitors rated voltage. In addition, the circuit can help determine the amount of internal electro-chemical activity, which reduces