Fire possibility from 6V solenoid??

[Chris Hawkins <imperial1966@xxxxxxxxx>]

How about using silicone brake fluid?  My assumption
(perhaps incorrect) is that it is much less flammable
than regular brake fluid or trans fluid.

Just a thought,

Chris H.

60 NY T&C
66 Crown Convertible
66 LeBaron


--- KerryPinkerton <pinkertonk@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Ok, all you EE types, I have a serious question. 
> Steve Charette found a 6V solenoid in the
> McMaster-Carr catalog.  Thanks Steve, I missed it.
> 
> http://www.mcmaster.com/
> 
> Go to item # 4916K11
> 
> This is a Pnuematic valve with Buna-N seals.  It is
> NOT designed for brake fluid.  Here is the question.
> 
> If this thing were to leak, is there any danger of
> fire from the solenoid energizing?  I'd hate to burn
> the Crown down....  Is there a non flammable fluid
> that would subsitute?
> 
> I'd THINK that if it will hold air, it will hold
> fluid.  This thing is only 24 bucks and I can build
> the cylinder for next to nothing so it could be a
> good
> solution for all of us with these hydralic windows
> lifts.
> 
> Your thoughts please.
> 
> Kerry
> 
> 
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