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Dielectric grease on connection ends

I was changing a coil on one of my bikes earlier, and as always, applied a light film of dielectric grease on the coil outputs, and on the spark plug boots. A thought occurred to me that this may be a valid application in audio connections as well. A small amount applied with a cotton swab to bananas/spades/rca's etc. may help, and I'm thinking about giving it a go. Was wondering if this has been tried by any other members, and thoughts on the pro/con aspects.
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tls49
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A basic definition of dielectric is insulator. That in itself tells you that the type of electrical connection where it is used would not be anything related to audio gear.


mb1audio02
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If you really want to try grease on your connections, you're probably better off using conductive grease instead. 
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dlcockrum
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You mean like Silclear silver-impregnated grease?

Dave
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crazyeddy OP
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Thanks guys. Some valid points. Dave, I sure don't want to go through the problems that you had.

I guess I know the answer to my question now, and I'm glad I brought it up before giving it a go. I'll look into the DeoxIT products on line and see what I can find

Thanks once again everybody, and have a great New Year

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geoffkait
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The best contact enhancer of all time was Quicksilver Gold. Unfortunately it’s no longer available as Brian Kyle of Xtreme AV passed a couple years ago. It’s not for amateurs or folks with shakey hands. 😁 I would be remiss if I didn't add that ALL CONTACTS in the house should be cleaned and enhanced including all non audio wall outlets and power cord plug prongs. 
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