This thread is very informative. In regard to vintage equipment I contacted Craig. Below is there recommendation on treating contacts, switches, connectors and pots in old equipment from the 30's to the 60'. Craig's response is immediately below and my request form below Craig's response.
PRODUCTS: D100S-2 and D100L-2DB
LINKS:
http://store.caig.com/s.nl/sc.2/category.188/.f
http://store.caig.com/s.nl/sc.2/category.206/.f
Additional information:
Ted,
On vintage equipment I would not spray directly onto any parts inside the equipment – use the D100L-2DB directly onto the metal connector or spray onto a lint-free swab and put onto connections. If surface requires a spray (potentiometers, etc.), use the D100S-2 (has no solvents, applies 100% DeoxIT®) and just spray once or twice into contact area – then work the pot and distribute the DeoxIT®.
On old equipment the metals maybe deteriorating – that’s why NOT to use any solvent-based cleaner – it may remove metal off the surface.
Note: Just try on one or two parts and see if it works before doing everything. If oxidation is severe, after you treat it may take overnight for full effect.
Good luck.
Mark
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* Industry:
Audio/Video
* Is product for?:
Carbon-based controls
* Conductive materials?:
Non-ferrous metals (gold plated, copper, bronze, brass,
* Photos/images available? :
Yes
* Type of connector(s):
Vintage Faders and switches in audio equipment from the 30's to the late 60's, RCA connectors, contact switches and slider switches.
* Have connections been cleaned/treated yet? :
No
* Existing issues and/or problems:
static and pops
* How severe is oxidation/corrosion on the surface?:
Moderate oxidation (Definitely visible)
* Environment device or equipment will be exposed to when in operation?:
Mild (household, office, etc.)
* Accessibility of contact/connector surface?:
Some easy, some difficult
* Is flammability an concern for the applicator?:
No
* Is flushing action required?:
Yes
* Are there sensitive materials or components near/next to contact/connector surface?:
Yes
Specify sensitive materials and/or components.:
PC boards with electronic components. Caps resisters.
* Which applicator(s) do you think would be best for your application(s)?:
Spray
* How many connectors/parts do you need to treat with DeoxIT®?:
20 or more
* Time frame requirement:
Immediate
Submitted On:
2015-10-24 13:44:00