[meteorite-list] meteorite conservation in coastal areas

From: Tom <michguy7_at_meteoritecentral.com>
Date: Thu Apr 22 10:02:31 2004
Message-ID: <B8C0D610.F2F%michguy7_at_mac.com>

Which is the best way to put the light bulbs, would it be on top or on
bottom shelves? Would the nightlight bulb be enough to draw out the
moisture?

Tom Perry



> Hi Dennis and all,
>
> Besides the golden rod (which I recommend highly) is to have a case with
> small, low
> wattage light bulb or bulbs. This keeps the temperature constant and seems to
> drive
> away the moisture. We have very high humidity here most of the year but I have
> had
> very good luck with my meteorites, including problem ones like Brenham and
> Brahin
> using that method. You have to be careful about not having too much light on
> the
> meteorites, though florescent lighting is far more harsh on them and about
> everything
> else if used constantly. You are after the heat coming from the bulb more so
> than the
> light source. This doesn't have be very high to drive out moisture and keep a
> steady
> temperature. The bulb can be shielded so there is no direct lighting on the
> specimens.
> This also allows for specimens to be on display while being preserved.
>
> --AL
>
>
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Received on Fri 22 Mar 2002 12:37:37 PM PST