Re: (ET) stainless steel

["David Roden (Akron OH USA)" <roden ald net>]

I've used stainless hardware on EV batteries for years with good results. 
 Couldn't have told you what the hardness is; I order it through the 
local hardware store.  Larry, thanks for the strength warning.

I haven't used antiseize on it (probably should), but generally spray 
each connection with battery terminal goop.  One person I know of paints 
the terminals (after making solid connections) with enamel paint -- an 
interesting idea, but I haven't tried it.

I've not sprayed the terminals on the ET since I'm using gel batteries, 
therefore I have no acid mist problems.

I do recommend lockwashers if you are using terminal lugs.  Split washers 
are OK, but stainless dished washers are much better if you can find 
them.  I think they're also called Bellville washers or maybe that's a 
brand.  You should still check them for snugness now and then.


David Roden - Akron, Ohio, USA
1991 Solectria Force 144vac
1991 Ford Escort Green/EV 128vdc
1970 GE Elec-trak E15 36vdc
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