Crystal Protective boot
04-25-2003, 02:29 AM
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Anything which keeps the dirt out and the crystal in will do.
This thread: http://www.rcuniverse.com/showthread...193#post838253 recently covered a few choices like duct tape, masking tape, hot-glue, electrical tape, etc....
This thread: http://www.rcuniverse.com/showthread...193#post838253 recently covered a few choices like duct tape, masking tape, hot-glue, electrical tape, etc....
04-25-2003, 10:59 AM
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It looks to me that although the boot keeps dirt out, it more importantly cushons the crystal from vibrating against the reciever case. Not sure if tape will do that.
04-25-2003, 01:38 PM
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If it was me (but it isn't), I would use either hot-glue or "brush-on" electrical tape. Both can be applied a little at a time, until the opening is closed, and both provide cushioning for the crystal.
04-25-2003, 02:50 PM
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Thanks for the info an link. Guess I'll try some liquid rubber. Some chemical will cause corosion on the electrical if I am not mistaken.
04-25-2003, 03:00 PM
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I wrap 8-10 wraps of pvc-teflon tape around the crystal to where it will just slide in, then put a piece of strapping tape over the top of the RX to hold it in
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Crystal Protective Boot for Receiver
Mighty Mouse: I suggest that you contact Hobby Horse Wisconsin. They advertise in RCM and other magazines. They are one of the largest HiTec dealers in the US. I'm sure they can furnish a boot for little or no cost to you. I would not glue in the crystal! You may end up with a Spectra module and want to change the Rx frequency. Just my 2 cents worth.
Mike in N.IL
Mighty Mouse: I suggest that you contact Hobby Horse Wisconsin. They advertise in RCM and other magazines. They are one of the largest HiTec dealers in the US. I'm sure they can furnish a boot for little or no cost to you. I would not glue in the crystal! You may end up with a Spectra module and want to change the Rx frequency. Just my 2 cents worth.
Mike in N.IL
