[TowerTalk] Connector Protection Grease

[Roger (K8RI) on TT]

I've never used that particular product, but I have used Silicone 
dielectric greases and find they work well.  I used to get the big tube 
of DC-4 and 5 compounds for $1.00 ea.  That source is no longer 
available. Rather I should say, it no longer exists.

HOWEVER there are some things to keep in mind when using these compounds.
Normally use the grease sparingly unless you plan on "flooding" the 
connector.  Flooding only the top connector "might" not be a bad idea as 
it keeps moisture that might get in at the antenna from migrating past 
that point, but it's normally not recommended to flood all connectors.  
The area between the jacket and dielectric (braid area) does breathe 
although it's a tiny volume. Nothing will stick to connectors, or coax 
jackets that have even a film of silicone on them.

73,

Roger  (K8RI)

On 5/11/2016 Wednesday 12:01 PM, Riki, K7NJ wrote:
> I am considering applying Loctite Dielectric Tune-up Grease  to the mating
> surfaces of connectors that are difficult to access at the top of a tower. I
> would appreciate comments about this - especially from anyone who has used
> this product for this purpose.
>
> 73, Riki, K7NJ
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Roger (K8RI)


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