NEC FD1155D 5.25" floppy drive
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NEC FD1155D
| Preliminary Information | |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 198X |
| Leak Risk | Low |
| Batteries | None |
| Mounting Technology | Through Hole, SMD |
| Capacitor Types | Aluminum Electrolytic, Ceramic |
| Destructive Entry | No |
For more information, see this page: https://radioc.web.fc2.com/column/pc98bas/fd1155.htm
Known Issues
Read/write errors
Causes
- Dirty heads
- Misaligned heads
- Missing head shield (see below)
- Bad capacitors
Solutions
- Clean drive
- Replace capacitors
Missing head shield

There is a metal shield that covers the upper read/write head. It is often missing as the adhesive deteriorates.
It is not required for operation, although it does add some weight to the head that is sometimes required. It can be replaced with something like a 5g or 10g washer.
Disassembly Notes
Comes apart easily with a few screws, although note that they are JIS standard heads, not Philips!
The PCB can be safely removed, it doesn't need aligning.
Original Parts
Controller PCB

Labelled G9ZKP.
| RefDes | Qty | Capacitance | Voltage | Mount | Diameter/Size | Height | Lead Spacing | Temp | Type | Brand | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1, C3, C35 | 3 | 47 µF | 16V | TH | 6mm | 6mm | 2.54mm | Electrolytic | |||
| C2, C4 | 2 | 33 µF | 25V | TH | 6mm | 6mm | 2.54mm | Electrolytic |
| RefDes | Qty | Part Number/Model Number | Package | Manufacturer (If Applicable) | Explanation | Datasheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U4 | 1 | 7438PC | DIP-14 | Quad 2-Input Positive-NAND Buffer | SN7438 | |
| 1 | 74LS14PC | DIP-14 | ||||
| 1 | D70165G | NEC | ||||
| U2 | 1 | JBL1006ASP | DIP-28 | Motorola | ||
| 1 | C1905 | NEC |
Replacement Parts
Basic PCB Name
| RefDes | Qty | Compatible Part Number | Order Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digikey |
| RefDes | Qty | Compatible Part Number | Order Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| U4 | 1 | SN7438N | DigiKey Mouser LCSC |
| 1 | SN74LS14N | DigiKey Mouser LCSC |
If parts are not available or different selection is preferred, you can use the values in the Original Parts section to perform a parametric search.
Kits
- Digikey BOM: https://www.digikey.com/