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    Dielectric compound vs Deoxit D5

    As a scientist, I like to see data... as Deming says "In God we trust, all other must bring data"
    We know that dielectric compound is good at keeping crap out but my concern is that it is an electrical insulator. It use relies on the physical scraping to remove the insulator film down to the bare metal. There are certain compounds that can conduct electricity when between two contacts in close proximity. I believe Stabilant 22A was one of the first to be patient for this type of use. LMK, if you want to see the patient. The Doxit family also contains these electrical enhancers, It has been started that the Stabilent needs to be reapplied after disconnection while the Caig products do not need reapplication. Mr Bucar suggest a while back that I switch from Stabilent to Deoxit D5 as it both cleans the contact and provides the desired electrical enhancement.
    I have had issues with the electrical connection at the AC low pressure cutoff switch for 3 or 4 years now, wiggle the connection and the AC turns on the off. I have attempted to clean several ways such as 600 wet/dry paper etc and used dielectric compound on the connections. I was fighting with it yesterday not working and decided to clean out the goop, sprayed the connections with D5 and we are back to life. I wiggled the connection around and the AC continued to work.
    While this is not a scientifically designed experiment it is a data point. Time will tell if this is indeed a valid data point, if the connection fails I will update the post.
    I just wanted to post this positive experience.
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    Re: Dielectric compound vs Deoxit D5

    I'll be trying this. I've read about it on several sites now and it seems like it is becoming very popular.

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    Re: Dielectric compound vs Deoxit D5

    Sounds like you just need to replace the cutout switch connector.
    I would never use any type of grease that is electrically conductive, that will end up creating more problems than it will solve.

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    Re: Dielectric compound vs Deoxit D5

    Quote Originally Posted by crusty shadow View Post
    Sounds like you just need to replace the cutout switch connector.
    I would never use any type of grease that is electrically conductive, that will end up creating more problems than it will solve.
    It is specifically designed for this purpose, It is not really conductive in the classic sense, I did not want to get into the full bore chemistry of the material. For those interested here an FAQ to help understand the process. This stuff is approved for use in aviation such as NATO.http://stabilant.com/appnt01.php
    A overview
    https://www.servomotorsadjust.com/en/stabilant-22/
    Also more information on www.caig.com

    Here are significant number of big name electronics companies using caig https://caig.com/all-testimonials/
    There are other data on the Caig site.
    I am not saying it can solve the problems of the world, just giving people a low cost option that is "worth a try"
    Regards,
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    Re: Dielectric compound vs Deoxit D5

    That stuff is great. I use it on everything. Even cheap kids flashlights. Makes them not flicker. Use it at work on A/V connectors. Cuts down on the cables I have to replace.

    I use it everywhere on my car too and my 82 Suzuki gs1100e.


    Brian

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    This one is easy, I have myself to blame, I rush things, don't pay attention to gauges when I should, change to much stuff at once then expect miracles, the list is endless.

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