Tony Brock-Fisher wrote:
>
> Bob-
> I don't have a mini-quad, but in general I would warn about using
> silicone sealer in electronics applications. The standard silicone
> bathtub sealer sold at Home Depot generates acetic acid as part of the
> curing process, which explains the vinegar smell. The acid is corrosive,
> which is NOT what you want for electronic applications! For electronics
> applications, there are other types of silicone sealer which use different
> curing processes that are non-corrosive. I don't remember the number,
> but the stuff is called RTV, is gray, and doesn't smell like vinegar
> when curing.
>
> -Tony, K1KP, fisher@hp-and2.an.hp.com
Dow Corning makes an excellent product called 3145 RTV. I believe GE
also makes a similar product. It comes in clear or grey and is
non-corrosive. There is also a primer that can be used with it to
enhance it's "stickability."
Several years ago, I had oil seepage in an old car that would have
required the removal of the head which I had neither the time or
inclination to do. I used 3145 RTV with primer and solved the leak. It
can be used for more than electrical work! :)
73 - Dick, WJ0M
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