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Possible long-term problems with silver coatings?

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I have read from some cable experts (sorry I can't remember who) that silver coatings on copper a) cause burning of the copper/silver interface with nasty oxides and b) tend to separate over time.

I would be very interested to hear current opinions on either side of this view, but the tonal balance situation with silver/copper vs. pure copper does tend to the "silver = bright".

I would suggest that you stick with copper unless your budget and system can embrace pure silver.


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  • Possible long-term problems with silver coatings? - Simon Linton 15:59:17 07/30/00 (0)


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