Is it okay to use an air compressor to clean a computer?

5 thoughts on “Is it okay to use an air compressor to clean a computer?”

1. Mamhood Alkhalil says:

   April 16, 2011 at 2:17 am

   Yes you can but you have to be careful using it.
   GOOD LUCK 😉

2. vmaldia says:

   April 16, 2011 at 2:17 am

   lets assume that the water separator works 100%. Its better than nothing but you still run the risk of damaging the PC if you use a too high air pressure. Some bits might get blown of. Also you run the risk that dust will be blown INTO some crevice or something and that might cause trouble

   better to prevent dust. here’s an example using positive pressure air ventilation and air filters
   http://magos-biologis.blogspot.com/2009/11/keeping-dust-out-of-my-pc.html

3. Lindaj says:

   April 16, 2011 at 2:17 am

   Yes my repairer uses it all the time.

4. Dj Razn says:

   April 16, 2011 at 2:17 am

   its harmful dont do it

5. TheInGamer says:

   April 16, 2011 at 2:17 am

   It should be fine to use, but only if you use some common sense. What do I mean? Well, gauge the pressure it’s putting out and adjusting your sweeping accordingly. If the compressor is putting out some serious wind, only use it from a distance. If it’s a fairly weak compressor, you can try to get in close to sweep crevices.

   The main concern here is with damaging your equipment with too much air pressure. It doesn’t take a whole lot to clean dust, so if you’re unsure of how much to apply, side with caution.

   Also, make sure to either tape fans in place or hold them when cleaning – you can wear out a fan blade by spinning it with the air.

   It’s an over reaction to say computer parts can’t take a good amount of air pressure . Most people use compressed air cans to clean computers, and some cooling fans can create a ton of pressure!

   If you’re worried about taking the risk or think your compressor is too strong (compare it to a can of compressed air), then I would use the compressed air can method. I have a great tutorial for you here showing the proper technique/method for dust/debris removal.
   http://www.theingamer.com/tutorials/18-miscellaneous/32-computer-cleaning-in-5-easy-steps

   Again, it’s fine to use the air compressor, just be cautious, and make sure your computer is off!

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