Need a small compressor to clean computer

[AlexK]

Need a small compressor to clean computer dust. Not the bulky one that is sold in Canadian tire. Just clean dust in some corners of the house also.

Any suggestion. Should work on 110v.

[CSAgent]

Get a can of compressed air, much easier and faster ($8-$12 for one at any office supplies/computer stores) - unless you plan on opening up your own computer cleaning service company than the compressor is better for long term daily use.

And wrong forum, should be in Computers & Electronics.

[originalnutta]

you are serious about computer cleaning.

do you own this beast?

http://softeuropean.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/old_computer-pic.jpg

[fakishan]

I often find the need to have an air gun for various cleaning purposes, and I too find the cheapest compressors too big.

[Lava]

Get a can of compressed air, much easier and faster ($8-$12 for one at any office supplies/computer stores) - unless you plan on opening up your own computer cleaning service company than the compressor is better for long term daily use.

And wrong forum, should be in Computers & Electronics.

+1, way cheaper to get a can of compressed air, works just as well and way smaller. Just don't turn them upside down because they spray insanely cold gas.

[AlexK]

That compressed can is useless junk!. Waste of money. Need a small compressor to clean not only pc ..various areas in the house.

Do not want big compressor ...need more of portable compressor that can give 1-2 psi.

[joeyjoejoe]

Are you looking for something like this:

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51fiV0CIyvL._SL500_AA280_.jpg

It's an air compressor that artists use.

[KorruptioN]

Do not want big compressor ...need more of portable compressor that can give 1-2 psi.

1-2psi :confused:

[TapemanPL]

That compressed can is useless junk!. Waste of money. Need a small compressor to clean not only pc ..various areas in the house.

Do not want big compressor ...need more of portable compressor that can give 1-2 psi.

..atmospheric pressure is more than that

[Jon Lai]

..atmospheric pressure is more than that

+1...

1 atm = 14.6959488 pounds per square inch

Maybe he wants a broken compressor? :lol::lol:

For cleaning computers, the canned ones work fine. Not very environmentally friendly, but fine.

You're not giving us much specs to help you with. What will you be doing with it other than cleaning your computers? How big is "small"?

[thumper80]

Make sure you find a good regulator , air filter and moisture trap also . You can get a mastercraft on sale for 70 bucks it's a 2 gallon tank .

[xpoint9]

Get a tire inflator from Canadiantire for $20, get a converter to use it with AC power.
http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/AirPumpsCompressors/PRD~0095080P/Compact%2BCompressor.jsp
http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/AirPumpsCompressors/PRD~0095082P/Multi-Compressor.jsp
http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/AirPumpsCompressors/PRD~0095090P/Tire%252BRaft%2BInflator.jsp

or

get something like this:

http://www.sierrabmwonline.com/images/owl.jpg

The Airman Multi-Purpose cordless air compressor quickly inflates motorcycle, trailer, ATV, car, truck, and even tractor tires. Versatile enough to handle all your sports ball and bike tire inflation needs. 2 power sources 9.6V rechargeable battery and 12V cigarette lighter adaptor.

Kit includes:
-One high pressure air compressor
-One 9.6V Ni-Cd battery pack
-Automatic pressure control hose (once set the pump can't over-inflate!)
-Ball and bike adaptors
-High pressure air-flow adaptor
-12V cigarette lighter adaptor cartridge
-AC battery charger cord

Max. pressure: 150 PSI
Voltage: DC 10-13.5V
Performance: motorcycle tire 7.5 min.

New lifetime warranty on compressor component, one year on parts and accessories!

AirMan Multi-Purpose 12/9.6V Portable Air Pump
Produced by AirMan of Denmark
Distributed in North America by Sierra BMW
http://www.sierrabmwonline.com/airman-multipurpose-1296v-portable-pump-p-193.html

[cheapmeister]

1-2 psi? Use a straw and blow through your mouth.

[Jon Lai]

1-2 psi? Use a straw and blow through your mouth.

Nah, at 1-2 psi he'll need to suck in air through the straw :P

[CSAgent]

1-2 psi... big compressors will give you 100x or 200x that.

Trust me, I have cleaned my electronics with nothing but cans of compressed air over the years and they have performed the job admirably. I don't see why your computer needs a compressor.

[cheapmeister]

you are serious about computer cleaning.

do you own this beast?

http://softeuropean.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/old_computer-pic.jpg

whats the steering wheel for, lol!


I use a q-tip or a small paint brush to clean as well.

[najibs]

I don't see why your computer needs a compressor.

to compensate for a small CPU? :twisted:

[xpoint9]

to compensate for a small CPU? :twisted:

Booyakasha

http://imgur.com/7bU7o.jpg

[CSAgent]

to compensate for a small CPU? :twisted:

not enough...RAM...maybe? :twisted:

[stooker]

I am also interedted by a small compressor to do the same thing. Tired of paying for 8-12 bottle of compressed air per year.

[AlexK]

+1 for small powerful compressor...find one!.

[KorruptioN]

+1 for small powerful compressor...find one!.

Are you incapable of doing any research or work yourself??

[phomp]

+1 for small powerful compressor...find one!. what do you consider powerful?:lol:

[thumper80]

After giving it some thought I ordered one of these from princess auto , i'm mostly gonna use it to clean blackberry track balls and the dust from my ps3 .
http://www.princessauto.com/air/compressors/electric/8064248-10-hp-single-stage-compressor-special-order

I i'm not sure if it will handle my needs though ...


To the op ...... do u need a 110 /220 / or gas model ?

[TapemanPL]

After giving it some thought I ordered one of these from princess auto , i'm mostly gonna use it to clean blackberry track balls and the dust from my ps3 .
http://www.princessauto.com/air/compressors/electric/8064248-10-hp-single-stage-compressor-special-order

I i'm not sure if it will handle my needs though ...


To the op ...... do u need a 110 /220 / or gas model ?

ok...

[CanadianMike]

do you need this to blow away your issue of small snakes, insects, and 'poisonous larvae stuff'? (http://www.redflagdeals.com/forums/showthread.php?t=774095)

[somed00d]

Cheap dollar store solution = party balloon + drinking straw + rubber band/tape

1) inflate balloon
2) connect to straw with rubber band or tape
3) wooooosh
4) repeat as needed

[edgedamage]

Get a air pig you can refill at gas stations hopefully for free.
http://www.canadiantire.ca/AST/browse/4/Auto/AutoTools/AirPumpsCompressors/PRD~0095087P/7%2BGallon%2BAir%2BTank.jsp