Yeah...and the point would be what?
It is an insulator BUT if you have GOOD connections...i.e. not LOOSE...then
there should be NO problems using it. As your definition states "It can be
used for cables, terminals, capacitors and similar devices."
This is what it's made for.
My point is simply dielectric grease was made for electrical components. It
is suppose to inhibit the corrosion of exposed electrical connections
(corrosion causes resistance because electrical current flows along the
outside of the wires and connectors rather than through the center of the
wire. Where does corrosion start?...on the outside of exposed wires or
connectors. Excess resistance causes heat...too much heat will cause the
wires to melt or short. If you're lucky, the corrosion will cause the
connection not to conduct electricity past the corrosion point.) Now...if
your connections are tight, like they should be, dielectric grease acts as a
barrier between the exposed metal and the elements. Current will flow over
the top of the wires and under the dielectric grease.
So...how is my disagreement in peril? I've completely rewired my 77 Midget
and used dielectric grease on EVERY connection or splice and I've yet to
have any problems with the electricals except for a bad cell in the battery.
This is not to mention many other projects that have yet to have an
electrical failure due to corrosion or dielectric grease "insulation".
Sorry if the email sounds off the cuff. I just want to ensure that everyone
understands what I'm saying. As to my "peril"...so be it. Use what you like
and good luck with what you use. As for me...I'll stick with the dielectric
grease. It was designed for this type of stuff and I'll continue to use it
for my electricals.
Dan
Dan Dwelley
(207) 941-5855
Dan.Dwelley@ps.ge.com
"The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful
servant. We have created a society that honors the servant and has forgotten
the gift."
- Albert Einstein.
-----Original Message-----
From Guy Day [mailto:grday at btinternet.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 06, 2002 9:36 AM
To: Dwelley, Dan (PS, Contractor, IM)
Cc: spridgets@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: dielectric grease
Dan,
Disagree at one's peril ...... ;-)
Dielectric (Phys): Substance, solid, liquid or gas, which can sustain a
steady electric field, and hence an insulator. It can be used for cables,
terminals, capacitors and similar devices.
Definition from Larousse Dictionary of Science and Technology. Publishers
and copyright Larousse plc 1995
Sorry, I had to look it up 'cause I didn't know myself.
Guy
----- Original Message -----
From < <mailto:dan.dwelley at ps.ge.com> dan.dwelley@ps.ge.com>
To: < <mailto:d.carpenter7@verizon.net> d.carpenter7@verizon.net>; <
<mailto:spridgets@autox.team.net> cc>
Sent: Friday, August 02, 2002 3:30 PM
Subject: RE: dielectric grease
> Ummm...I disagree. Dielectric grease was made for electrical components.
The
> only way I can see it not working is if your electrical connections are
> Soooooo loose that there is NO metal to metal contact. I personally have
> NEVER had this type of issue with dielectric grease.
>
> Dan
>
>
> Dan Dwelley
> (207) 941-5855
> <mailto:Dan.Dwelley@ps.ge.com> Dan.Dwelley@ps.ge.com
>
>
> "The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful
> servant. We have created a society that honors the servant and has
forgotten
> the gift."
> - Albert Einstein.
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Dave Carpenter [mailto:d.carpenter7@verizon.net]
> Sent: Friday, August 02, 2002 12:34 AM
> To: spridget ML
> Subject: dielectric grease
>
>
> Dielectric grease will insulate a connection and can make it not work at
> all. Use it around the rubber boots to keep out moisture. I use anti
> oxidation grease from the electric supplies aisle at the Home Despot or
> Lowe's. It is a conductive grease for use on dissimilar metals such as
> aluminum and copper in circuit and breaker boxes. It works great on all
> my trailer connectors and such.
>
> Dave & Bobbie Carpenter
> Pittsburgh, PA
> 60 3000 "Healey Bits" (in more pieces than they built it from)
> 60 Bugeye "Little Bits" click the link below for pictures
> <http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze2z49v/bugeye.htm>
http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze2z49v/bugeye.htm
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