flash tube malfunction determination

[timekeeper3]

Nikon SB800 made a popping sound ( like in capacitor) the unit powers up, the display lights up, and it sounds like the cap is charging, but the flash no longer emits light. I would like to make sure that it is for sure the flash tube before removing it. Does anyone know if there is a solid fillament in the tube or is there a gap?
Any help greatly appreciated and or other ideas.


Thanks

timekeeper3

 

[googlyeyedchicken]

Not sure what you mean by 'or is there a gap', but there is a filament in a tube. If you heard a popping noise that would be that tube breaking.

Here is a video on how to replace the tube...

https/www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jEyNvMHN0s