F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Does an electric air blower pose any safety risks when used?

Does an electric air blower pose any safety risks when used?

Does an electric air blower pose any safety risks when used?

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mccoop03
Posting Freak
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06-18-2016, 12:39 PM
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Is this method suitable for cleaning your computer? I understand vacuum cleaners and blowers can cause static issues, but I found a PC Gamer suggestion recommending a battery-operated air blower as a similar alternative in my area. Since a PC gaming magazine was advising readers to use such a device instead of traditional compressed air cans, I wanted to verify its safety. Particularly because compressed air cans are difficult to find here.
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mccoop03
06-18-2016, 12:39 PM #1

Is this method suitable for cleaning your computer? I understand vacuum cleaners and blowers can cause static issues, but I found a PC Gamer suggestion recommending a battery-operated air blower as a similar alternative in my area. Since a PC gaming magazine was advising readers to use such a device instead of traditional compressed air cans, I wanted to verify its safety. Particularly because compressed air cans are difficult to find here.

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hammy488
Member
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06-18-2016, 05:54 PM
#2
It's fine. I've been using my electric blower in multiple PCs for over three years now. Blocking the fans will get you there.
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hammy488
06-18-2016, 05:54 PM #2

It's fine. I've been using my electric blower in multiple PCs for over three years now. Blocking the fans will get you there.

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SwaaqxL
Junior Member
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06-20-2016, 09:31 PM
#3
It should be fine for dust cleaning, proceed.
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SwaaqxL
06-20-2016, 09:31 PM #3

It should be fine for dust cleaning, proceed.

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Esojam_LRD
Junior Member
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06-21-2016, 12:25 AM
#4
I won't experience any static problems while cleaning the interior of the computer.
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Esojam_LRD
06-21-2016, 12:25 AM #4

I won't experience any static problems while cleaning the interior of the computer.

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YusifTehGreat
Junior Member
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06-21-2016, 07:14 AM
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Be mindful not to exceed the fan's speed or change its direction.
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YusifTehGreat
06-21-2016, 07:14 AM #5

Be mindful not to exceed the fan's speed or change its direction.

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11_JOEL_11
Member
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06-21-2016, 03:15 PM
#6
Why not this option for roughly the same cost? To clarify your concern — as long as the air isn't heated, it should be fine.
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11_JOEL_11
06-21-2016, 03:15 PM #6

Why not this option for roughly the same cost? To clarify your concern — as long as the air isn't heated, it should be fine.

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tripletbandit
Junior Member
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06-21-2016, 06:22 PM
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Because the blower claims a 33,000 RPM speed while my fans operate around 2,000 RPM, they might spin faster than intended, regardless of preference. I'm considering keeping the fans still during cleaning to prevent them from rotating. This seems like a reasonable idea. I appreciate the availability of multiple attachments. Since it's corded, I don't have to worry about charging, but it's costly. The imported version I found exceeds my budget, making it less affordable.
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tripletbandit
06-21-2016, 06:22 PM #7

Because the blower claims a 33,000 RPM speed while my fans operate around 2,000 RPM, they might spin faster than intended, regardless of preference. I'm considering keeping the fans still during cleaning to prevent them from rotating. This seems like a reasonable idea. I appreciate the availability of multiple attachments. Since it's corded, I don't have to worry about charging, but it's costly. The imported version I found exceeds my budget, making it less affordable.

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Mrender3
Senior Member
412
06-23-2016, 10:49 AM
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Simply securing it with tape or placing a pen in the fan is sufficient. It doesn't guarantee an exact RPM transfer, but increasing the speed beyond their limits raises the likelihood of needing to replace the bearings once they fail.
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Mrender3
06-23-2016, 10:49 AM #8

Simply securing it with tape or placing a pen in the fan is sufficient. It doesn't guarantee an exact RPM transfer, but increasing the speed beyond their limits raises the likelihood of needing to replace the bearings once they fail.

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06-25-2016, 11:45 AM
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Sure, that's the direction I'm heading.
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Mushroombowl05
06-25-2016, 11:45 AM #9

Sure, that's the direction I'm heading.

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BluePolarB3ar
Junior Member
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06-27-2016, 02:53 AM
#10
I received the blower today and everything looks fine. The air feels slightly warm near the nozzle, not too hot, but noticeably cooler a few inches away. That’s acceptable, isn’t it?
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BluePolarB3ar
06-27-2016, 02:53 AM #10

I received the blower today and everything looks fine. The air feels slightly warm near the nozzle, not too hot, but noticeably cooler a few inches away. That’s acceptable, isn’t it?

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