SB-230/ 8873 tube change

[Guy G. Giacopuzzi DDS]

Leisman wrote:
>
> Dear all:
>
> When I change the 8873 tube in my SB-230, I am assuming I will need to
> clean the existing beryllium block free from the heat conductive gel,
> re-apply the gel or cream as I replace the tube.  Anyone know where I
> get the gel/ cream?, and, has anyone had any experience changing the
> 8873?  What did you use to clean the beryllium block and what
> precautions did you take.

I think you  can get silicon grease at an autoparts store.  I had to
change a part on a Ford distributor (the auto/6 cylinder kind) and I had
to use a silicon grease--heat conductive--to finish the repair.  They
sold it along with the part....

ggg

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