[Elecraft] OT Good Source for Stainless Fasteners and Connectors?

[Charlie T]

Also, it's a good idea to smear some "never-seize" compound on threaded surfaces, especially on the larger antenna mounting hardware.
SS hardware has a tendency to "gall"  ( I think that's the correct term) which results from the heat generated by excess friction between the mating surfaces.
The tighter you try to make a connection, the more likely this phenomenon is to occur.
Once this happens, you may as well wring off the afflicted bolt and throw it away, cause you'll never get it off with regular tools.
The bad news is that generally, you won't notice it until you try to remove the hardware.  Your socket wrench will be extremely hard to turn, and when it does, it doesn't actually "come-loose" since the threads are effectively stripped. 

Here's a link for more info on the subject:  https://www.essentracomponents.com/en-gb/news/product-resources/how-to-prevent-galling-on-stainless-steel-bolts


73, Charlie k3ICH