Passivated SS, which is frequently the case for machine screw sizes (<
1/4-20) is much less likely to gall. Passivation tends to make the
screws more gray in color and less shiny.
Lanolin is also a "standard" anti gall lubricant for SS and is packaged
for this purpose and is a lot less messy than anti-seize compounds. I
doubt there is much difference (magic) among the various anti-seize
brands, it seems they have pretty much the same metal powders in a
grease base, as long as the proper formulation is chosen for the
materials being fastened.
Grant KZ1W
Jim Thomson wrote:
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> Funny thing is.. I use SS machine screws all the time on HB amps... [ like
> 10-32 1/4-20, 8-32 6-32 etc] and have never had a
> gauling problem with em in the last 20 yrs. The gauling problem only seems
> to happen with 3/8" and bigger.. and esp when
> SS nylocks are employed.
>
> I hope this anti seize/never seize goop actually works. Trying to cut rusted
> /gauled hardware..up a tower is no fun.
>
> Later..... Jim VE7RF
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