[Elecraft] K3, assembly, use of DeoxIT/DeoxIT Gold

[Walter Gilles]

Does anybody have any experience using or thoughts on
using Caig Lab's DeoxIT or DeoxIT Gold (or similar)
products while assembling their K3?

I have had good outcomes using these and other Caig
Labs products in a professional venue both in
preventive and corrective maintenance functions,
especially in critical hardware where you just didn't
want to go back into the equipment due to aging or
contamination issues downstream. Since I'll probably
be into my K3 periodically for (authorized) mods,
upgrades et al, I am more interested in the
lubrication aspect on cable/board connectors than
oxidation issues near-term. Of course, there is the
oxidation/contamination protection long-term as well.

I realize that use of these or similar products are
probably unwarranted for a new K3 assembly, but can
anybody think of a downside to this approach, assuming
correct use of the products?  Thanks.

Walter
N0DZJ


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