I've always used canned air for my computers and guns. However, I'm going through a crapload. Anyone here use an air compressor for gun cleaning? I've never considered using an air compressor on my computer or guns due to water concerns.
I havent used a air compressor for gun cleaning but, you could try one of those air compressor filters that trap moisture. As long as the psi isnt a lot I wouldnt see why not.
Install a filter at the compressor then connect the hose to the filter. The filter will filter out any moisture from the compressed air before it enters the hose. Note: Do not use an air-hose that you have used with an inline oiler unit as oil residue will still be in the hose. I suggest you purchase a new hose when you purchase the filter. This will safeguard from accidentally spraying oil into your guns or computer.
You can find the Filters through http://search.harborfreight.com/cpisearch/web/search.do?keyword=air+filter&Submit=Go. I have 2 different setups, 1 is setup with a filter followed by an oiler that I use with my air tools, the other one is just a straight filter which I use for my paint sprayer. I have a portable air compressor with a filter on it just for the task of weapons cleaning and such.
That's where I go to get most of my cheap tools that I can toss around without caring too much about them. I've had so many tools stolen from work I just buy the cheap "Made In China" junk now.
I use a blow-drier for mine. With a few hand-made attachments I can funnel the hot air directly into parts that I want to clean out. I have also used WD-40 to blow out parts while in a field environment, but don’t really like to do that. It works in a pinch but I don’t recommend it as a normal action. I spend more time making sure that I wipe up all the WD-40 afterwards. I think I am going to try the Air Compressor thing. Need to get a proper filter first.
Like I said I buy the cheap tools for work, but I still buy more expensive tools for my personal use at home. I seem to have the cheap tools at work seem to just stay in my tool box, seems that know one wants the tools that say made in Taiwan, China, etc. Loading...
