Good computer vacuum?

[Art Vandaleigh]

I'm looking for a semi-powerful computer vacuum to get. Nothing extra expensive, but good enough to do the job... i hear the smaller battery ones are a total waste. Thanks.

 

[amdskip]

I'd just use a normal hoover or whatever. I actually prefer an aircompressor over a vacuum cleaner though.

 

[DotheDamnTHing]

just use compressed air

 

[Art Vandaleigh]

I use compressed air all the time at work, but clumps of dust get everywhere, so id like something that wont create static and can clean up the process.

 

[mb]

Originally posted by: DotheDamnTHing
just use compressed air

:thumbsup:

 

[mb]

Originally posted by: Art Vandaleigh
I use compressed air all the time at work, but clumps of dust get everywhere, so id like something that wont create static and can clean up the process.

I've always heard/read that using a vaccuum is a bad idea. Just use the extension tube to blow the dust out in tight spots.

 

[corkyg]

Nothing bad about a good, portable vacuum. Compressed air simply blows stuff from one place to another. You don't really get rid of anything.

There are excellent micro tools available for vacuums, portable and upright or built-in. They have static proof reduction hoses and tools. Such a kit is available at a great price from Cyberguys:

Kit

These tools work great - I use them with the freebie Oreck hand vac I got when I bought the Oreck XL for the house.

 

[foodfightr]

Originally posted by: amdskip
I'd just use a normal hoover or whatever. I actually prefer an aircompressor over a vacuum cleaner though.

WHAT!?!?!?!

The static from a vacuum is gigantic... do not use!

 

[cmdrdredd]

Originally posted by: foodfightr

Originally posted by: amdskip
I'd just use a normal hoover or whatever. I actually prefer an aircompressor over a vacuum cleaner though.

WHAT!?!?!?!

The static from a vacuum is gigantic... do not use!

After 13 years of using a vacuum to clean out a system I have to say that's there is no problems.

 

[SparkyJJO]

here's an idea - put vacuum hose (no attachment) near where you need dust off (not too close tho) and use an air compressor to blast the stuff off towards the vacuum. That way, static isn't a biggie anymore but it'll catch a lot of the junk that you blow off.

 

[corkyg]

Blowing dust from one place to another doesn't solve the problem. It will just settle back. With the proper tools, there is no static problem. Here are mine - I just used them - the tiny brush is super for the keyboard . . .

Tools

It cleans out fans, heatsinks, etc., and circuit boards. Can't beat it for $7.95. An air compressor is not commonly found in most households. I have canned dry air as well - but it can't hold a candle to the micro tools.

 

[goobernoodles]

Is this really safe? Why isn't it the most widely used for of dusting a computer if the kit only costs 8 bucks?

 

[Maximilian]

I have this little trick that is use to clean out my comp every once in a while. What i do is, i suck in air and then... heres the genius part, i BLOW into my case and keep doing this until all the dust is on the floor, where somone else will clean it 🙂 Happy cleaning.

 

[corkyg]

Originally posted by: goobernoodles
Is this really safe? Why isn't it the most widely used for of dusting a computer if the kit only costs 8 bucks?

Maybe because they are largely a bunch of lemmings, and the kit used to cost about $25. 🙂