Date:         Sun, 13 Apr 2003 11:21:30 EDT
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From:         George Goff <THX0001@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: Cleaning corroded connectors
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In a message dated 4/13/03 6:20:55 AM, RAlanen@AOL.COM writes:

<< . . . use Dielectric Grease for keeping electrical connections from

corroding.  It also enhances the electrical conductivity of a connection. . .
.


. . . For cleaning corroded connectors I've had some success with liquid flux
for

soldering.  Dip the connectors in the bottle for a few minutes (best method)

or brush on with a small brush (not as efficient). >>

Frank, my man, this is utter nonsense.  Firstly, a DIELECTRIC is a
NONCONDUCTOR so dielectric grease cannot enhance the conduction of anything.
Thank God for that.  I thought that perhaps you were mistakenly referring to
a conducting grease such as Conduto-Lube, but I am quite certain that is not
the case.

Secondly, instructing an apparent neophyte to dip an electrical connector
into liquid flux without telling them to neutralize it afterwards is not a
very kind thing to do.

George