[TenTec] Orion Encoder

[Bob McGraw K4TAX]

Yes, and good contact cleaner does contain a silicon based lubricant.   
I have 2 bottles being 1 dram each of DeOxit, one is blue, one is red.  
They are used for different purposes.

One should never us a cleaner that removes the lubricant and the not 
replace the lubricant.      That is why one should never use the spray 
type lubricant.

73

Bob, K4TAX


On 4/23/2020 10:34 AM, Gary Follett wrote:
> There is a lubricant in the encoders, a silicone based material whose intent is to both lubricate the contacting surfaces to prevent wear and to coat the parts with a movable material to prevent oxidation.
>
> Cleaning will remove this material. The encoders will work for a while but the lubricant was put. There for good reasons.
>
> Gary
>
> W0DVN
>
>> On Apr 22, 2020, at 9:17 PM, Bob McGraw K4TAX <rmcgraw at blomand.net> wrote:
>>
>> The encoders are very simple stepped or segmented switches with a wiper much like a carbon pot.  They get dirty, just like a carbon pot, and need cleaning.   They are easy to clean which saves money and time.
>>
>> 73
>>
>> Bob, K4TAX
>>
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