[TechAssist] Re: CRT coolant??

Exactly what do you mean by this, Philip?  The glycerine is what makes the
coolant work better optically.  What would a "standard mixture" be?

Leonard G. Caillouet
Service Manager
Electronics World
Gainesville, FL
352-332-5608
352-332-5668 (fax)

----- Original Message -----
From: "Phillip R. Hull" <phil245@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2002 11:02 AM
Subject: [TechAssist] Re: CRT coolant??


>
> The coolent is make for optical use and not a standard mixture.
> Phillip R Hull
> phil245@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Leonard G. Caillouet" <lcaillo@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: <techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2002 10:20 AM
> Subject: [TechAssist] Re: CRT coolant??
>
>
> >
> > There is nothing really special about the coolant.  It is a mix of
> glycerine
> > and ethylene glycol.  The ethylene glycol works as a coolant and the
> > glycerine aids in optical coupling and release of bubbles.  Most
suppliers
> > sell it much cheaper than you can buy from the OEM.  I doubt that you
> would
> > find such a mixture at an auto parts dealer.  As for the RTV sealer, I
> have
> > used it and never have a problem.  Just use a very thin layer so that
the
> > original gasket is assisted by the sealant and let is dry thoroughly
> before
> > filling with coolant.  The acid  released when the sealant cures might
> > interact with the coolant, but I doubt it.  I just don't like to take
> > chances.  After the sealant cures thoroughly it no longer releases
> > significant acid.
> >
> > While I generally agree with the recommendations to use OEM parts &
> > supplies, I also believe that a good understanding of the materials and
> > functional properties of the parts used often results in the ability to
> save
> > time, increase profits, and assure a better repair.  I am confident that
> my
> > jobs where I reused a good gasket and used RTV sealant provides a better
> > seal than would result with a new gasket and no sealant.  Of course, if
> the
> > gasket is damaged in any way, I would replace it...
> >
> > Leonard G. Caillouet
> > Service Manager
> > Electronics World
> > Gainesville, FL
> > 352-332-5608
> > 352-332-5668 (fax)
> >
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: "Terry W Rittenberry" <terrys-tv@xxxxxxxx>
> > To: <techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> > Cc: <techassist@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
> > Sent: Thursday, May 30, 2002 9:47 AM
> > Subject: [TechAssist] Re: CRT coolant??
> >
> >
> > >
> > > You can buy it from many electronic parts company's.
> > > I would not put any other except what is recommended.
> > > Sometimes it is called coupling fluid.
> > >
> > > Terry
> > >
> > > Terry's TV Service
> > > 4300 Wyoming Avenue
> > > Nashville, Tennessee 37209
> > > 615-385-1174
> > > terrys-tv@xxxxxxxx
> > > On Wed, 29 May 2002 17:08:35 -0400 Larry <schntv@xxxxxxxxxxxx> writes:
> > > >
> > > > What is the coolant in projection tube lens assy?
> > > > I have heard that automotive parts stores carry it.
> > > > and can I use RTV silicone sealant to seal gasket?
> > > > Thank you,
> > > > Larry
> > > >
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