Jaap Stolk wrote: > On Sun, Jul 17, 2011 at 1:19 PM, Dave <e...@dc9.tzo.com> wrote: >> When you say "gel", do you mean the desiccant gel beads? > > No, like gene, I meant something like this: > http://fongyong.en.alibaba.com/product/431565542-212336882/RTV_2_electrical_electronic_silicone_potting_casting_compounds_sealant.html > Although they used something that had a clear but matt color. > > it's actually called "silicone potting", a google image search turns > up many examples. > The main thing is that it's somewhat heat-conducting, remains flexible > and prevents any (salt) water from getting at the electronics.
Forgot to mention. If potting gets into connectors, potentiometers, or switches the surface tension can wedge contacts apart, leaving opens and intermittants. Best to either solder or keep the potting out of these. Karl ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ AppSumo Presents a FREE Video for the SourceForge Community by Eric Ries, the creator of the Lean Startup Methodology on "Lean Startup Secrets Revealed." This video shows you how to validate your ideas, optimize your ideas and identify your business strategy. http://p.sf.net/sfu/appsumosfdev2dev _______________________________________________ Emc-users mailing list Emc-users@lists.sourceforge.net https://lists.sourceforge.net/lists/listinfo/emc-users
