extension cord outside- prongs rust
02-05-2014, 06:22 PM
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extension cord outside- prongs rust
what "grease can I use, I have an extension cord that spends time outside , two connected together actually , ground prong of one plug rusted in the receptacle of the otehr - how to prevent - any grease to use?
02-05-2014, 06:40 PM
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1, Buy a cord rated for exterior use.
2, Apply a silicon electrode grease to prongs and face of both male and female molded plug faces. wrap it all in a vulcanizing rubber tape.
2, Apply a silicon electrode grease to prongs and face of both male and female molded plug faces. wrap it all in a vulcanizing rubber tape.
02-05-2014, 07:34 PM
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Originally Posted by osudaddy
Dielectric silicone grease may help along with sealing your connections to the extension cord with electrical tape.
02-05-2014, 07:50 PM
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Try no lux it is an inhibitor for aluminum cables and corrosion.
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02-06-2014, 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Crabpot Man
He's hooked on phonics. 
It's Noalox, by Ideal.
It's Noalox, by Ideal.
02-07-2014, 10:27 AM
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Install a weather proof box. The grease is usefull too but keeping water off the connection is important. This is a RedDot brand unit. There are other brands and for shelterred areas you can get them with clear covers if you want.
Good luck!
02-07-2014, 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Kamper
Install a weather proof box. The grease is usefull too but keeping water off the connection is important. This is a RedDot brand unit. There are other brands and for shelterred areas you can get them with clear covers if you want.
Good luck!
