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    Here is a product that cleans and lubricates. I found it on the recommendation of an electrical engineer I have considerable respect for. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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    Get the metal connections as clean as possible. If they are new it is easy, but if they are old and oxidized, then you may need to scrape them with a knife of metal brush and then use a spray cleaner. Then put a small coat of dielectric grease - as mentioned above you can get it at the auto parts store.

    Then do your best to keep the connection from getting dirt on it - you won't likely have any problems. Good luck.
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    Yes, my mistake dielectric grease is non-conductive....hope I did not create confusion.

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    I have used dielectric grease in past and it caused issues with connection and is also attraction for dirt/dust; I would not recommend using it based on my past experience. Better just to spray both ends with electrical cleaner and let plug hand down and drain good.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Nomad Dad View Post
    I have received conflicting information on the maintenance of the 7 pin connector. Can I use something like WD-40 to ensure good clean contact? Or is that a bad idea?
    CAIG DeOxit works very well for cleaning pins...do not use any petroleum based spray as it tends to attract dirt too much.

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    I have it on pretty good authority that it was developed by Boeing for aircraft maintenance. Is is water displacement (WD) and is also conductive. It won't leave a film that impedes the connection. It isn't isn't for corrosion removal and works ok as a penetrating "oil". I use it for outdoor electrical connections but wouldn't use it on circuit boards or PC's. Should work great on your 7-pin connector but do it with power off.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Nomad Dad View Post
    I have received conflicting information on the maintenance of the 7 pin connector. Can I use something like WD-40 to ensure good clean contact? Or is that a bad idea?
    Use die-electric grease

    It’s specially formulated for electrical connections
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    I have a background in avionics and Aviation. I’ve used dielectric grease occasionally on connectors that are permanently connected such as spark plug boots etc. i don’t like dielectric grease on connectors that are routinely not connected and exposed to dirt and dust.

    Once again, my go to preference is corrosion-x. It will not attract dust, prevents corrosion, fixes high resistance contacts due to minor corrosion. Lasts up to 2 years.

    It my go to lubricant and connector chemical.
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    I use dielectric grease on my shore power connection

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    I live on an Island, so salt air is a problem, I copper coat most of my connections.

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