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Re: Opinion on dielectric grease !?

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There may be some confusion in the use of terms. The greases with metal oxides are typically used in heat transfer applications (heatsink compounds). Dielectric grease, on the other hand, has no particular thermal properties and is decidedly non-conductive.

Dielectric greases are put on clean electrical connections to prevent oxidation of the mating (conductive) surfaces. They are simply moisture blocks. As long as you have a gas-tight seal between the mating surfaces you have the best possible electrical connection.

Petroluem jelly is a great dielectric grease as long as the temperature does not get too high, which causes the stuff to flow. The greases sold for automotive use are quite viscous and have very good thermal properties.

Scott

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