Cleaning out a PC

[Badluck Inc]

So my pc is in need of a good dusting and am getting tired of paying $7 a can for air . I was looking at picking up a small wet/dry vac that has an exhaust port and was wondering if i could use a set up like that to dust out my computer . If the wouldn't work is there another way to dust out a pc other then buying the can air , cause i have 4 pc to clean out.

[stinger608]

You might check with some of the Cheap auto parts stores in your area, and see if they have them small "pancake" type compressors! Usually they will run about $50 or so.

[polobunny]

Vacuum carry static electricity which can be harmful to computer components. I would advise you not to do that. And yeah, cans are expensive. You can use your mouth, try not spitting on it. :P

[oldman_gamer]

Originally Posted by polobunny

Vacuum carry static electricity which can be harmful to computer components. I would advise you not to do that. And yeah, cans are expensive. You can use your mouth, try not spitting on it. :P

Make damn sure you have it unplugged if ya gonna lick the circuits.....on a more serious note though,they make the bellows type blowers with the brush that may help some too.

[stinger608]

Originally Posted by polobunny

Vacuum carry static electricity which can be harmful to computer components. I would advise you not to do that. And yeah, cans are expensive. You can use your mouth, try not spitting on it. :P

Ah good point Polo!!! I failed to mention that in my above reply

Thanks for bringing that up, that can and will cause fried components!!!!

[Quakindude]

I've used vacuum's on my PC's with no ill effects by remaining grounded. I'll unplug the PC and touch bare metal while using a horse hair brush attachment that isn't likely to discharge, but the risk is still there.

The thing about using a shop vac on reverse flow is anything that's in the canister, hose or filter can be blown INTO the computer when you use that side of the Vac.

Getting yourself a small pancake compressor as previously mentioned would be the best solution. Just be aware that you not adjust the pressure above 20PSI. I use my air compressor for this all the time now and no longer buy canned air.

[Boy'nBlack]

Great little $1.25 investment. Add the stickers of your choice for a great custom mod.


A can of air goes a very long time when used with a brush. give it a good run through, but then a couple puffs to clear it out. Cans are used up very fast when used as the only source of getting the stuff out.

[stinger608]

Yea, a .49 cent paint brush works about the same
The problem with the brushes are, they don't get the dust out of the little spots, ie, pci slots, power supplies, etc..........

[theburan]

I picked up a 6 pack of canned air for ~$15 at sams club. Not the best stuff, but it works.

[oldman_gamer]

I agree on SAMS.........with thousands @times invested,one can see spending MORE to keep it ship shape! Hire a house cleaner and git r done! But really,I'm minus a dog now and only have a cat(PITA) I love,and he isn't the problem on the dirty end.I work with concrete....hence the dusty "dander".SOME of his hair is on the filter end,but not completely.It changes from location to location.