[Elecraft] Elecraft Digest, Vol 187, Issue 3

[Dave B]

Any persistent lubrication.

"Copper slip" graphite grease, whatever.  Stainless is not ideal in an
outside situation where dirt can over time get into the threads, that
then result in the metal "galling" (partial seizing/self welding) when
you try to move it.

Regular BZP or Galvanised types would be stronger and last longer with
less chance of seizing up, but I'd also use "Copper Slip" or a smear of
graphite loaded grease on them too.   Even plain un-plated steel types
will last OK with such pre-treatment and annual maintenance treatment.

73.

Dave G0WBX


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On 02/11/2019 19:21, elecraft-request at mailman.qth.net wrote:
> From: Richard <FlatHat at comcast.net>
> To: Elecraft Reflector <elecraft at mailman.qth.net>
> Subject: [Elecraft] Turnbuckle Threads
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> For stainless steel/stainless steel turnbuckles being used on guys ropes, what?s the best stuff with which to protect the threads?
>
> Cheers,
>
> Richard Kunc - W4KBX

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