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Fluid level sensor...will this work...

posted by  chris herbst on  Mon Nov 25 11:43 CST 2002
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It would be ill advised to introduce an electrical charge into the cooling system, as corrosion could result. I've read quite a bit in the trade rags about keeping voltage out of the coolant to avoid corrosion and possible cooling system damage as a result. Voltage leaks in the wrong places could theoretically cause pitting and chalking of the surfaces, and perhaps ultimately wear holes in places.

I'm just calling this from the top of my head. I don't really have any specific examples of this, but I have read quite a bit about keeping voltage in the coolant BELOW a very minimal (VERY minimal) amount because of the potential damage.

For that reason, I would say that your idea is good with respect to no moving parts, but not very good for the cooling system.

Others may differ on this opinion.
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