Condensation from humidity in egg a problem?

thegooddocta · July 2014

I'm new to egging, and want to make sure I keep my LBGE in tip-top condition. I've been storing the egg outside when not in use with the PS up, the grid right on top, and the daisy wheel on top of the grid. I have the cap on, and it fits tightly around the gasket material I added to the top. What I've noticed is that there is some light condensation (assuming from the outside humidity) on all components inside the egg when I open it up. It's even starting to form some rust on the daisy wheel. Is this something I should worry about? If so, any way to prevent it? I'll probably get a cover, but doubt that will solve anything if it's indeed from the humidity. Do you cover your eggs?

Cowdogs · July 2014

Leave the bottom vent open for air circulation.

thegooddocta · July 2014

Thanks for the suggestion @Cowdogs ! Will try that.

stemc33 · July 2014

Just move to Wyoming so you don't have to worry about humidity.

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RRP · July 2014

OTOH condensation makes for a good frog pond!

Mickey · July 2014

A cover is only going to make it worse. I am very much in the No Cover Club.

thegooddocta · July 2014

@stemc33 - never been to Wyoming, but that sounds enticing!

llrickman · July 2014

Not really something i have to deal with alot being here in Albuquerque. Our average humidity i think is less that 10% except this time of year its Monsoon season here so it can average 20%-40%

But i agree open that bottom vent get some air moving

gamason · July 2014

I must just be lucky. I live in the humidity capitol of the world (Georgia) and I use the heavy black cover, the new style, and have never had an issue.

Condensation from humidity in egg a problem?

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