RE: Concerns about Silicone

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Original poster: "Lau, Gary" <Gary.Lau@xxxxxx>

While it's good to leave open the possibility of opening your secondary
in the future, I've never had to.  I just used metal screws to fasten
the cap to the tube.  I think many are needlessly paranoid about using
metal fasteners anywhere near the pri/sec coils.  Don't worry - they're
fine.

I have heard concerns about using things with flammable or potentially
explosive fumes inside a secondary.  Sounds reasonable, though I've
never heard of such a mishap.  With silicone glue, I don't think the
fumes are explosive - just nasty/smelly with acetic acid.

Gary Lau
MA, USA


> Original poster: "C. Sibley" <a37chevy@xxxxxxxxx>
>
> I'm thinking about using a couple of dabs of silicone
> to affix the end caps of my secondary, but am
> concerned that the dielectric might be bad.  I'd like
> to use something that remains flexible so that I could
> remove the cap if necessary.
>
> I've also heard that out-gassing occurs as it dries
> and that the residue might be of concern if it
> condenses on the inside of the coil.
>
> Need I worry about using this material in a coil?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Curt.
>