Ice probe

Hi I ordered this used ice probe with a controller off ebay, I didnt realize it at the time i ordered that the probe part was actually exposed aluminum with no coating, I emailed the ebay user but they assured me this as how it arrived from the factory, and it had already arrived today. Im posting it under emergency because i likely have a very small window period to return it if i am going to. Is there ANY possible way to make this work with some DIY coating and prevent aluminum from corroding into my tank? thanks a lot for any replies.

 

Plastic coat it or rubber dip.

 

what kind of plastic? and wouldn't rubber be a poor conductor of temperature?

 

Click the link. Someone else may chime in I've never had to use it. I just know it exists.

 

thanks for the link, in the description of the product it states " it gives more gripping power, insulates and serves to identify ownership" i dont know if that would be considered insulation of temperature or not? anyone else have an opinion on that or any ideas?

 

does anyone have an opinion on this product?

http://www.zorotools.com/g/00060673/k-G1407944?utm_source=google_shopping&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Google_Shopping_Feed&kw={keyword}&gclid=CP-i-sji_LwCFRAV7AodU0wAng

 

What brand/model of ice probe?

The only reason this is staying in the ASAP forum is because it's time sensitive.

 

IceProbe Thermoelectric Aquarium Chiller - Nova Tec - Bulk Reef Supply[/url
that appears to be the one without the coating

 

IceProbe Thermoelectric Aquarium Chiller, Nova Tec Inc

 

i appreciate trying to help but ive already read that and it doesnt help my situation because the probe never had the coating to begin with, i cant find anything talking about it not having the coating from the beggining, i can tell it wasnt damaged or removed, it was just never there. thanks

ANY SUGGESTIONS ANYONE?????