I need a clear epoxy to cover and protect a circuit i made in a small box mod i made. its for a small 4- 6 volt device. is this ok?
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I've used it for exactly this purpose. So long as you don't ever need to get back at the circuit to work on or replace anything, yes, this is fine. It is pretty damn permanent, though, so do make sure it's perfect before you seal it up. Also good for holding components to those pesky HMD boxes. Just rough up the surface of the box first to ensure great grip. Good luck!
1305518
You can use this stuff with electronics but be careful with bonding items with critical placement. I tried to use this to mount magnets in a hole. When I came back all the magnets were lifted out of the hole. This bubbles up lifting on your component. USB ports, same thing, lifted it up and was cocked to one side. This epoxy expands. You must clamp all your work.
1305519
Probably YES is your answer with NO guarantees, since I have never used an epoxy to cover ANY type of circuits. I HAVE HOWEVER, used a SILICONE SEALANT (marine grade) also available through AMAZON, to cover AND seal electrical circuits on several watercraft I have owned over the years. ALL with great success. The beauty of the silicone is that it dries clear and can easily be removed while the epoxy dries to an amber hue and is almost impossible to remove. Once it dries, it's there forever. MY suggestion is use a marine grade (waterproof) silicone sealant. GOOD LUCK!
1552880
I purchased mine for use in SmokTech Telescoping Tube Mod and also using with an Indulgence Tube Mod. Both have mechanical switches , so being protected was not that important to me. These were purchased at a great price and really doubt they are protected. Your vamo might need protecting from shorting out your switch and digital display. I hope this helps
1303672
That's a good idea. I put mine up with clear silicone and it worked well. Good luck.
1793916
Let it set for a few hours before allowing the heatsink to become a hung weight off the IC. AS does not make several epoxies as of my last check, there was only this and the alumina (or is it ceramique?) epoxy. The performance difference in use between them is trivial.
1715761
Get the voltage and polarity right and you should be ok. Just be careful not to fry it.
1692548
Hard to tell from your question exactly what you are planning to do.It certainly can be used to protect one load on a double pole circuit but it should be connected through a breaker on each line.See the instructions at this link-http://www.intermatic.com/~/media/Intermatic/Documentation/Surge%20Protective%20Devices/IG%20Series/IG1240RC3%20Instructions.ashx
1859138
I'm not an electrical engineer so I can't say for certain, but I think you could buy a small transformer and it should be fine. Good luck.
1291250
Don't use these in a mechanical mod unless you use a fuse or voltage regulator. They could actually blow up. Perfectly safe for something like a Vamo which has protection circuity built in.
1480378
Any solder rated for electronics should be fine.... Lead free would be ideal though...
1166451
I would have my doubts. It didn't work well with heat applications for me. When it gets too hot it seems to get soft. It may depend on how hot it gets . . . not sure. I would probably try solder for that. (?) Dale
1758877
Small open flame is good , all depends on the application.Keep the flame low and even then apply solder. good luck
665597
Mr. Quaifs answer is complete but you can use anything you want or have handy that will fit on a circuit board.
1982691
I have no problem using mine on aluminum and glass epoxy circuit boards.Although I have not tried it on mild steel, I think that would work as well.
1169581
Thanks for your question. It can be used to protect any device that is within the load specifications of the device. Thanks again.
1728098
Thank you for quick answer. Also a second question, would this solder be good for long uses? And where would be a good site to look up, and learn the proper care for these tools?
846144
Perhaps like only maybe 2 or 3.if it's 1 then you should be good.just try not to smoosh everything together in there or your wiremold might crack
334277
I've been thinking about my response, and the gentleman that posted contact informatio for Tripp-Lite is the best response. Think I need to do more research myself. I've used these protectors on electronics for fear of utility voltage spikes and close lightning strikes. My kitchen appliances, AC, PC are all protected by them. They are massively constructed. Fortunarely I have a wood furnace with no electronics, but I do keep the refrigerator, microwave, coffe pot and electronic range operating on a genset. Contact Tripp-Lite and also research as much as you can.