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- USA
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- Northeast Pennsylvania
Earlier this year, a poster asked a question about how to protect their Hailong downtube battery contacts during transport. It was part of a thread I couldn't locate so I can't respond directly.
While cleaning out my shop storage area, I came across these vinyl metal bar end protector caps. They are a perfect fit for the contacts in Hailong and several other brands of downtube battery holders.
It is still possible for water to seep past the connector base into the lower housing. To prevent this, it is a simple task to seal the gap between the connector base and the housing with silicone sealer.
With the Hailong base, this really isn't necessary however. All parts are plastic or stainless and there aren't any components inside that can be affected by moisture.
The vinyl caps do provide some physical protection and can keep out moisture & debris. They are available commercially but must be purchased in quantity which makes the idea cost prohibitive. Since I have no use for the supply I have and my shop storage is overcrowded, I'm going to toss them. I'd be happy to send one at no cost to anyone who can use it. All I ask is they send me a self addressed stamped envelope. Those interested can PM me for details.
While cleaning out my shop storage area, I came across these vinyl metal bar end protector caps. They are a perfect fit for the contacts in Hailong and several other brands of downtube battery holders.
It is still possible for water to seep past the connector base into the lower housing. To prevent this, it is a simple task to seal the gap between the connector base and the housing with silicone sealer.
With the Hailong base, this really isn't necessary however. All parts are plastic or stainless and there aren't any components inside that can be affected by moisture.
The vinyl caps do provide some physical protection and can keep out moisture & debris. They are available commercially but must be purchased in quantity which makes the idea cost prohibitive. Since I have no use for the supply I have and my shop storage is overcrowded, I'm going to toss them. I'd be happy to send one at no cost to anyone who can use it. All I ask is they send me a self addressed stamped envelope. Those interested can PM me for details.
