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Originally Posted by ErwinL
That's interesting to hear. How long did you use the sensor in unprotected state? And did you ever operate an unprotected sensor while it was fogged, maybe due to cooling?
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I only started using it. About 4-5 nights only and it was all in the last few weeks. I think on the second night out it got fogged up before I realised what was going on. No problems after it warmed up and on the following nights. Few other guys have been using it for a few months longer, didn't hear about any issues.
I can see two potential issues when using the sensor without cover glass:
1. protection, the thin gold wires on sides are exposed and can be damaged VERY, VERY easily. Even looking at them the wrong way can break them
Having said that I accidentally cut one on my sensor and then repaired it by soldering across. I would say that the success of the repair was based on 99% luck.
Also compressed gas from a can is OK for cleaning dust, it won't break the wires.
2. Moisture from condensation creating an electrical connection between the gold wires. Can't really comment on this.
And if you are considering removing the protective glass, as Glen said it involves high heat and chances are you will kill the sensor and/or electronics. My sensors are from Nikon D70 which can be bought from ebay for <$50. ASI1600 on the other hand costs much, much more.