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RTV Silicone And Coax Outer Jacket: Safe ?
On Mon, 13 Mar 2006 18:59:34 -0500, "Robert11" sent
into the ether: Hello: Is it safe to use the typical GE RTV silicones against a Polyethylene (PE) coax outer jacket ? I know the RTV's use some type of acid (acetic ?) to cure the stuff, and I was wondering if anyone might have any first hand experience if there is any kind of interaction with a coax outer jacket ? Thanks, Bob Bob, I have been using GE 1200 on coax and connectors since the early seventies and have never had a problem with it affecting good silver plated or cheap connectors or the varying grades of coax I have used. If you want to be fussy cover the connector with electrical tape and then cover with silicone. This makes it easier to remove but is not necessary for protecting the connector or the coax. I would not use it inside of a radio or other electronic equipment but outside of that it will not hurt and will keep the connection free of moisture, BTW, if you do wrap it with tape first be sure to coat the coax past the tape to ensure a good waterproof seal. N9JBF I've learned that I don't suffer from insanity, I enjoy it! Remove the x for e-mail reply www.outdoorfrontiers.com www.SecretWeaponLures.com A proud charter member of "PETAF", People for Eating Tasty Animals and Fish!!! |
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