[Elecraft] CAIG DEOXIT or Servisol Super 10

[Don Wilhelm]

Jim,

I have used several cleaning/lubricating compounds on electrical 
contacts with success over the years.  The easiest is to use a light 
coating of any light lubricant ( similar to 3 in 1 oil) on the male 
pins.  The insertion and removal of the contact surfaces in the presence 
of the lubricant will wipe away corrosion at the mating points, and the 
residual lubricant helps to discourage further oxidation.

I know I may take some flak from those who are hesitant to use anything 
other than compounds recommended for electronics, but I have never 
experienced any difficulties.  Just apply the lubricant sparingly and 
mate then disconnect the pins a few times for best results.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 6/17/2013 2:31 PM, makidoja at gmail.com wrote:
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> Elecraft Tech have advised to try cleaning the contacts in my K3 with Caig Deoxit, problem is here in the UK it’s really really expensive, like it should some in a solid gold tin!!!
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> So my question is will Servisol Super 10 be a good substitute for Caig Deoxit, I know servisol has been used in service rooms for many many years for removing tarnish and lubricating contacts
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> Whats your thoughts?
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> Looks like i’m in for a K3 strip, clean contacts and rebuild, shame these contacts are such a weak point on such a great transceiver!!!
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