Re: Shellac Qs + Re: PVC Drying

[FutureT-at-aol-dot-com (by way of Terry Fritz <twftesla-at-uswest-dot-net>)]

In a message dated 7/29/00 3:45:24 PM Pacific Daylight Time, tesla-at-pupman-dot-com 
writes:

> Original poster: "Alex Madsen" <alexmadsen-at-netzero-dot-net> 
>  
>  Shellac Qs: All the references to selling pvc or fixing coil windings say 
to
>  use shellac. Is there a reason for this or can I use polyurethane?  I am
>  concerned  about interference with coil operation or water 
permeability(fire
>  to!).

Alex,

Many differerent types of coatings work well.  I use a water based
polyurethane to coat my coil after I wind it and it works fine.
>  
>  PVC drying: This is what the plans from Information Unlimited
>  (www.amazing1-dot-com) have to say on the pvc drying.
>  They deal with a lot of high voltage stuff and seem to know what they are
>  talking about but they are rather expensive.
>  
>  "Special Note: For maximum performance it is suggested to thoroughly clean
>  the pvc tube inside and out and allow to dry in a dehumidified room." (I
>  think a heat gun will do the trick)"several coats of orange shellac should
>  be applied and allowed to completely dry before proceeding."
>  
>  That is what U.I. has to say about that!

Generally I don't necessarily believe something because it was stated
by a company.  I prefer to trust my own research, or the research of
others who I know and trust.  However large reputable companies usually
offer excellent and reliable information.

Regards,
John Freau
>