[SML] S4 bench focus...

[billn at peak.org]

> What you should try is the copper-graphite gunge sold as anti-seize
> compound for soldering iron bits. I have found this very effective on
> shutters and iris diaphragms in vaious luminaires. Soldering irons get
> much hotter (I hope!) than any part of a luminaire.

I doubt if soldering irons get anywhere close to as hot as shutters and gobos.
I have seen both glow red - but have never seen a soldering iron that hot.

Is there any liminaire manufacturer that produces or recommends a lubricant
for shutters?

Bill