Peter Chadwick wrote:
> Steve asked:
>> If I'm building up an amp (the RF compartment particularly) with aluminum
>> sheet and angle stock, should I be using aluminum bolts/nuts/washers to
>> avoid galvanic corrosion?<
> Is it going to be in the shack, or outside in a damp shed?
> If in an indoor shack, I wouldn't bother.
> Even in a damp shed, I've had no problems with aluminium and BZP...
I'd echo that - no problems with amplifiers stored in a seaside caravan
for many years. One option to consider is getting the aluminium parts
chromate passivated (Aludyne or Irridite in the US?). Costs vary wildly
but you might find a plating shop that will do a batch for cash. Make
sure there's no confusion with anodizing - which you don't want.
Steve
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