My "secret" dust removing tool:
Yeah, I'm old school !
Nice, I use a bicycle track pump to clean my rigs. A bit tedious, but a good work out
Topic: How To EASILY Clean Your Mining Rig - Cleaning 1 Year Old Miner +Any Other Tips? (Read 707 times)
June 05, 2019, 06:30:51 AM
My "secret" dust removing tool:
Yeah, I'm old school !
Nice, I use a bicycle track pump to clean my rigs. A bit tedious, but a good work out
June 05, 2019, 03:12:12 AM
I use my 18V electric leafblower. I made a few contraptions I stick onto the cards that basically keep the fans from spinning and just blast the whole damn rig. Even the PSU, motherboard and CPU get cleaned and it only takes me about 15 min per rig to power down, move it outside, blast it with air and scrub with a toothbrush where there is oil. And I don't have to buy expensive compressed air cans or deal with an underpowered electronic datavac.
June 05, 2019, 02:24:54 AM
I use an electric blower, you just plug it to the wall and instead of vacuum, it blows air... not of that kind that blows leaves, a smaller unit, similar to a really small vacuum cleaner
GPUs get fairly clean with it, and it is a very simple and cheap way of doing it. Holding the fans while blowing is important to prevent possible damage
GPUs get fairly clean with it, and it is a very simple and cheap way of doing it. Holding the fans while blowing is important to prevent possible damage
May 29, 2019, 09:19:30 PM
Compressed air is useless
really.A little maintenance is enough to preserve
May 29, 2019, 12:42:44 PM
dude referall links on amazon for air cleaners.... Just use a forced air (not compressed air because of condensation imo) blower and hold the fans so they dont spin. A rough cleaning is fine. take note of your temps and when the temps go up 10c you know its time to clean 
He must be rolling in dough with all the cans of compressed air everyone is buying from his links
May 29, 2019, 12:08:02 PM
dude referall links on amazon for air cleaners.... Just use a forced air (not compressed air because of condensation imo) blower and hold the fans so they dont spin. A rough cleaning is fine. take note of your temps and when the temps go up 10c you know its time to clean
May 29, 2019, 09:36:56 AM
that's enough, it removes dust perfectly
June 28, 2018, 10:29:04 PM
its all true.
June 28, 2018, 11:14:03 AM
better than cleaning up dust. Figure out why so much dust accumulation in the first place. Eliminate the problem first.
I know what my problem is... I live in between 2 cornfields and across the street from one too. Then there is that my property deed say (Built in 1900) so my house is swiss cheese and has the efficiency of a steam engine powered by charcoal and lighter fluid.
you sir, are very creative
or is it really the truth? June 22, 2018, 09:32:38 PM
better than cleaning up dust. Figure out why so much dust accumulation in the first place. Eliminate the problem first.
I know what my problem is... I live in between 2 cornfields and across the street from one too. Then there is that my property deed say (Built in 1900) so my house is swiss cheese and has the efficiency of a steam engine powered by charcoal and lighter fluid.
June 22, 2018, 11:36:26 AM
better than cleaning up dust. Figure out why so much dust accumulation in the first place. Eliminate the problem first.
June 22, 2018, 10:29:52 AM
or a very confined space, there was so much dust I can hardly open my eyes
June 21, 2018, 10:51:44 PM
I am using a 1600W electronic air duster, works great for my rig. Just remember to wear a mask when you clean it.
Mask is only needed if you are a sissy boy allergic to everything.
June 21, 2018, 07:03:55 PM
I am using a 1600W electronic air duster, works great for my rig. Just remember to wear a mask when you clean it.
June 21, 2018, 04:22:08 AM
June 19, 2018, 08:15:27 AM
I bought back my original GPU Mining Rig and it is well overdue for a comprehensive cleaning. This RX470 Miner has been mining Ethereum since it was under $40 USD?! Today I show you how to clean your mining rig QUICK and EASY! (the basics)
https://youtu.be/oi3Ro0AJdBQ
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My "secret" dust removing tool:
Yeah, I'm old school !
June 18, 2018, 10:27:32 AM
@voskcoin and others thanks for this thread, i will try out that electic duster
my pleasure
, the community is contributing better info than me xDAlways good to see you
June 18, 2018, 10:26:13 AM
Why not ask the girl behind you if you can borrow her hair dryer(preferably if it have switch for hot/cold air)so you dont have to bother actualy shoping anything?I use this system for all my rigs and its working nice so far,just hold gpu vents when you point air on them so they dont spin to fast
The airflow is way too weak to remove the dusts from confined spaces and corners.Compressed air is the best choice, but for a practical solution, yes Hair dryer on cold setting will do the job.
But any of these can't remove the stuck dusts on the fan's surface, I'm using cotton swabs dipped in alcohol to clean them thoroughly.
But any of these can't remove the stuck dusts on the fan's surface, I'm using cotton swabs dipped in alcohol to clean them thoroughly.
This works wonders for me too, is there any good data AGAINST doing this? With the evap. time on alch (personally use 70 or 90% ipa, can just grab it at a local CVS walgreens etc) it is a much better bet than water or water+detergent etc
June 18, 2018, 10:23:26 AM
I would suggest investing in a DataVac electronic air duster instead of using canned air. More effective and you don't have to keep buying canned air. A small air compressor is another option, but it's less convinient and easy to overdue it with too much air pressure. You also have to be aware of moisture and condensation from using compressed air.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16896367002&cm_re=duster-_-96-367-002-_-Product
With any cleaning method involving air be sure to keep the fan blades from moving as it's easy to damage them from spinning too fast and also shattering the blades off if it hits something while it's spinning.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16896367002&cm_re=duster-_-96-367-002-_-Product
With any cleaning method involving air be sure to keep the fan blades from moving as it's easy to damage them from spinning too fast and also shattering the blades off if it hits something while it's spinning.
Yeah I was looking at that or the metrovac -- but I used a metrovac in my detailing days and my god does that machine pierce your ears (AND WITH SUCH A SMALL PACKAGE lol)
Unfortunately my air compressor broke in our last move, but like you stated the issue w/ moisture in it. I never had a water trap, did not really need it & was a basic model
June 18, 2018, 03:26:21 AM
There is no way in hell I would use a compressor unless (A) the air pressure was regulated down (B) the whole system has a Drier installed. Theres a genius idea... Use compressed air full of water and blow it all over an electronic circuit.
I got this..https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0787KXTFW/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1&pldnSite=1
Probably too expensive for someone running a few GPU's but im over 30 gpu's and time is money and money not to be wasted on cans of air.
I got this..https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0787KXTFW/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1&pldnSite=1
Probably too expensive for someone running a few GPU's but im over 30 gpu's and time is money and money not to be wasted on cans of air.
June 18, 2018, 03:10:35 AM
Yes basically compressed air from a compressor is the quick and easy way to do it.
However 2 things to keep in mind.
First one is make sure there isn't too much pressure, if too much pressure you will either crack a fan blade or you will spin the fan blade way too fast and destroy the bearing.
Second is hold the fan blades with a pencil or screwdriver when you blow into it so it doesn't spin, basically for the same reason as above.
Also make sure you turn off your rig first, don't do it while it running to prevent losing mining profits, its dangerious doing so.
However 2 things to keep in mind.
First one is make sure there isn't too much pressure, if too much pressure you will either crack a fan blade or you will spin the fan blade way too fast and destroy the bearing.
Second is hold the fan blades with a pencil or screwdriver when you blow into it so it doesn't spin, basically for the same reason as above.
Also make sure you turn off your rig first, don't do it while it running to prevent losing mining profits, its dangerious doing so.
June 17, 2018, 08:52:59 PM
Why not ask the girl behind you if you can borrow her hair dryer(preferably if it have switch for hot/cold air)so you dont have to bother actualy shoping anything?I use this system for all my rigs and its working nice so far,just hold gpu vents when you point air on them so they dont spin to fast
The airflow is way too weak to remove the dusts from confined spaces and corners.Compressed air is the best choice, but for a practical solution, yes Hair dryer on cold setting will do the job.
But any of these can't remove the stuck dusts on the fan's surface, I'm using cotton swabs dipped in alcohol to clean them thoroughly.
June 13, 2018, 03:33:31 AM
@voskcoin and others thanks for this thread, i will try out that electic duster
June 13, 2018, 01:51:58 AM
I have this one, the so called compu cleaner: https://www.amazon.com/EasyGo-CompuCleaner-Electronic-Alternative-Compressed/dp/B00S7CH6FK/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1528872604&sr=8-1-fkmr2&keywords=IT+Dusters+CompuCleaner+Xpert
And can totally recommend it.
Perfect to clean your rigs, pc, server ...
And can totally recommend it.
Perfect to clean your rigs, pc, server ...
June 13, 2018, 01:11:43 AM
I use this :
https://www.kaercher.com/int/home-garden/multi-functional-vacuum-cleaners/multi-purpose-vacuum-cleaners/wd-3-premium-home-16298500.html
But now I am considering designing a tall mining frame from T-Slot Aluminum Profiles with integrated filter and strong Fan to save space and keep the rig clean.
https://www.kaercher.com/int/home-garden/multi-functional-vacuum-cleaners/multi-purpose-vacuum-cleaners/wd-3-premium-home-16298500.html
But now I am considering designing a tall mining frame from T-Slot Aluminum Profiles with integrated filter and strong Fan to save space and keep the rig clean.
June 12, 2018, 11:55:49 PM
You can use old canister cleaner with function blow out.
Or supersolution go to the tire vulcanization and use compressor, hold cooler with your hand while cleaning
Or supersolution go to the tire vulcanization and use compressor, hold cooler with your hand while cleaning
June 12, 2018, 10:55:57 PM
Why not ask the girl behind you if you can borrow her hair dryer(preferably if it have switch for hot/cold air)so you dont have to bother actualy shoping anything?I use this system for all my rigs and its working nice so far,just hold gpu vents when you point air on them so they dont spin to fast
The airflow is way too weak to remove the dusts from confined spaces and corners.Compressed air is the best choice, but for a practical solution, yes Hair dryer on cold setting will do the job.
But any of these can't remove the stuck dusts on the fan's surface, I'm using cotton swabs dipped in alcohol to clean them thoroughly.
June 12, 2018, 08:49:41 PM
Compressed air is doing wonders for my mining rig. After several months I give it a good spray and it lowers temps by a few degrees from all the accumulated dust. Other than that, I just wipe the outside dust down and make sure the vents can breathe.
June 12, 2018, 07:35:00 PM
I would suggest investing in a DataVac electronic air duster instead of using canned air. More effective and you don't have to keep buying canned air. A small air compressor is another option, but it's less convinient and easy to overdue it with too much air pressure. You also have to be aware of moisture and condensation from using compressed air.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16896367002&cm_re=duster-_-96-367-002-_-Product
With any cleaning method involving air be sure to keep the fan blades from moving as it's easy to damage them from spinning too fast and also shattering the blades off if it hits something while it's spinning.
Most of air compresor have some kind of release valve for moisture and condensation so you dont have to worry about that,wanted to mention them as a way to clean your rigs but hair dryer with cold air switch just looks like more practical solution https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16896367002&cm_re=duster-_-96-367-002-_-Product
With any cleaning method involving air be sure to keep the fan blades from moving as it's easy to damage them from spinning too fast and also shattering the blades off if it hits something while it's spinning.
June 12, 2018, 07:19:09 PM
I would suggest investing in a DataVac electronic air duster instead of using canned air. More effective and you don't have to keep buying canned air. A small air compressor is another option, but it's less convinient and easy to overdue it with too much air pressure. You also have to be aware of moisture and condensation from using compressed air.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16896367002&cm_re=duster-_-96-367-002-_-Product
With any cleaning method involving air be sure to keep the fan blades from moving as it's easy to damage them from spinning too fast and also shattering the blades off if it hits something while it's spinning.
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16896367002&cm_re=duster-_-96-367-002-_-Product
With any cleaning method involving air be sure to keep the fan blades from moving as it's easy to damage them from spinning too fast and also shattering the blades off if it hits something while it's spinning.
June 12, 2018, 07:03:39 PM
Why not ask the girl behind you if you can borrow her hair dryer(preferably if it have switch for hot/cold air)so you dont have to bother actualy shoping anything?I use this system for all my rigs and its working nice so far,just hold gpu vents when you point air on them so they dont spin to fast
June 10, 2018, 10:46:54 PM
I bought back my original GPU Mining Rig and it is well overdue for a comprehensive cleaning. This RX470 Miner has been mining Ethereum since it was under $40 USD?! Today I show you how to clean your mining rig QUICK and EASY! (the basics)
https://youtu.be/oi3Ro0AJdBQ
Buy Compressed Air Cans on Amazon - http://geni.us/DEZGO
Buy an Air Compressor on Amazon - http://geni.us/gRxBeE9
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to http://Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
https://youtu.be/oi3Ro0AJdBQ
Buy Compressed Air Cans on Amazon - http://geni.us/DEZGO
Buy an Air Compressor on Amazon - http://geni.us/gRxBeE9
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to http://Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
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