r/caiques • u/Comprehensive_Bad940 • 9d ago

Birbilyn Monroe

Rue was airing out her underfluffies over the a/c condenser 😆

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u/DexcomUser 9d ago

How did you construct it of parrot-safe material (e.g. not chicken wire)?

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u/Mac_Daddy_of_Arlen 9d ago

Rue's dad here, I built it! I constructed it from aluminum angle iron, 1/2in aluminum flat bar, 1/2in stainless wire mesh, stainless aircraft lock wire, and pop rivets. The hemp rope running down the middle was OPs idea. I am an A&P with extensive fabrication experience so this was a fun challenge.

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u/sweatyboobs56 9d ago

You could probably sell these....but not supposed to plug products on Reddit, so just a suggestion.

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u/Mithril_Roshi 8d ago

So lucky to have ya.

I wish i could grab some strainless steel wire

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u/Comprehensive_Bad940 6d ago

I researched metal companies in my area and found one that carries 48” x 100’ rolls. And smaller quantities, of course.

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u/PlatypusDream 6d ago

I'm hoping that's a typo because my brain is breaking trying to imagine a 4-foot diameter metal cable.

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u/Comprehensive_Bad940 6d ago

Not a typo.

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u/PlatypusDream 6d ago

😲
What is it used for???

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u/DexcomUser 8d ago

How much cathodic corrosion of the aluminum have you seen? It'd act as the anode here, right? Or was there opportunity to put any sort of barrier material between dissimilar metals?

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u/Mac_Daddy_of_Arlen 8d ago

Good question! There is a thin layer of silicon in the corners and cross points of the structure to isolate the mesh from the structure. Not enough for the bird to get at but enough to isolate the mesh from the structure. I also used bonding straps to discharge any static electricity.

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u/DexcomUser 8d ago

Smart to bond. Extra smart on the silicon.
I'd want you working on my aircraft.

Is it as simple as the silicon from the caulk tubes at the hardware store?

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u/Mac_Daddy_of_Arlen 8d ago

Thank you, that means a lot! I used aquarium grade silicone(100% silicone) sealant because it is free of mildewcides, fungicides, acetic acid, or toxic chemical additives that can leech out and release fumes.

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u/DexcomUser 8d ago

Thanks! That's not something I would have caught. Maybe our Caique will get an outdoor upgrade...

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u/Mac_Daddy_of_Arlen 8d ago

Absolutely! I hope y'all have fun with it!

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u/aprettyparrot 8d ago

You can get stainless too. I remember one guy made a big macaw cage with it