Hi, I have a digital 6 rack OBS and live in frigid Edmonton. I have the following questions for adding a 2nd of the same original element and I need help with. Thanks in advance:
1) What is the original gauge of wires attached to the original element, coming in from the back of the unit?
2) Are the ceramic mounts used on the original element available for purchase?
3 Is the protective wire shield, as on original element, available for purchase?
4) What method of insulating the termination points at the ends of the new element is used?
5) I understand the relay for the heating element control is rated at 10 Amps, is that confirmed?
6) The metal clamp I have seen on other images, that holds the the element firm, actually bonds the element to ground, so if the element becomes live due to an internal heating wire contacting the inside of the element tube, the breaker should trip, can someone please confirm?
7) The insulation needed on the connector ends of the new elements, what have people used? My thoughts are hi temp spark plug boots fitting over the ends and wiring put through the boot, any suggestions?
Thanks again, solcany