70% alcohol may work, but check the manufacturer's guidelines to ensure it's safe for your thermal paste.
70% alcohol may work, but check the manufacturer's guidelines to ensure it's safe for your thermal paste.
I usually rely on my wife's nail polish remover, so if you're a wife, girlfriend, sister, or female, you might ask them. Just remember, avoid alcohol since they could have added sugar or other substances that might make it sticky—it needs to be very pure.
It ensures a more comprehensive outcome, even when the issue isn't immediately visible.
It's unlikely to make a big difference if you repeat it often enough. However, a few extra layers or swapping pastes might not be effective. The leftover material probably won't interact differently with other thermal pastes or pads you use.