[RE-wrenches] Strings and series of batteries

[Allan Sindelar]

Years ago we began using Quick-Cote terminal corrosion protector. At about
$12 a can it has become pricey, but the can includes a brush-in-cap and
works well. We have bought stock through AEE, but I'm not sure if AEE still
carries it. I also tell customers that Vaseline works just as well. Done
right, a set of interconnects can be reused with the next set of batteries.

We usually give the job of coating terminals and cable ends prior to
assembly to the customer to do, as nearly all like to get involved hands-on
and this is a tedious, non-skilled job that provides such engagement.

Allan Sindelar
Allan at positiveenergysolar.com
NABCEP Certified Photovoltaic Installer
EE98J Journeyman Electrician
Positive Energy, Inc.
3201 Calle Marie
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87507
505 424-1112
www.PositiveEnergySolar.com


-----Original Message-----
From: re-wrenches-bounces at lists.re-wrenches.org
[mailto:re-wrenches-bounces at lists.re-wrenches.org] On Behalf Of Chris
Worcester
Sent: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 9:45 AM
To: 'RE-wrenches'
Subject: Re: [RE-wrenches] Strings and series of batteries

This is similar to what I've been doing for a long time, I use high temp
lithium based wheel baring grease, cover all surfaces and assemble. After
18+ years my own set of IBE 2v cells looks like the day I greased them, no
corrosion. We keep a tub of this grease on the truck, and rubber gloves to
apply it with.

Sincerely,

Chris Worcester
Solar Wind Works