Heatshrinking eMatches
Here is what I do with all my ematches that I use, to prevent the possibility of shorting out the connections on my aluminium charge wells.
I have never had one go off with the heat gun application, but I wear a faceshield each time anyway.
Here is a tip to make sure it isn't getting too hot. If you hold the wire close to the eMatch your fingers will tell you if you are overcooking the heatshrink .
Also, note that I have used clear heatshrink. I get the Spaceport America Cup team I mentor to do the same thing. You can't hide any bad joints inside clear heatshrink, like you could if using the black stuff .
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Here is what I do with all my ematches that I use, to prevent the possibility of shorting out the connections on my aluminium charge wells.
- Cut a short piece of heatshrink
- Add it over the eMatch
- Add safety glasses or faceshield to person
- Apply heat gun to shrink tubing
I have never had one go off with the heat gun application, but I wear a faceshield each time anyway.
Here is a tip to make sure it isn't getting too hot. If you hold the wire close to the eMatch your fingers will tell you if you are overcooking the heatshrink .
Also, note that I have used clear heatshrink. I get the Spaceport America Cup team I mentor to do the same thing. You can't hide any bad joints inside clear heatshrink, like you could if using the black stuff .
Share and Enjoy!