> Has anyone recommendations for a coating for a plug & > socket exposed to marine air and the odd splash that will XLR 5 pin M&F with rubber collar seal probably with gold/gold plating on the pins. What do you mean 'corroded after only a few years in marine environment' ? ;-) ;-) Try to fill the empty space inside the connector with petroleum jelly (vaseline) using a syringe. Peter -- http://www.piclist.com#nomail Going offline? Don't AutoReply us! email listserv@mitvma.mit.edu with SET PICList DIGEST in the body