filmbot Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 I have a board that I would like to remove previous vaseline in the socket area that is difficult to totally remove between the mosfets. Majority of it I removed with Acetone and a toothbrush but would like to remove completely. Seems the best method I have came across is the dishwasher on very light load but worried about protecting the socket. You that have done it successfully is it enough to just use socket cover? Or something like stuffing with like Armaflex? Also on the board is a cheap looking aftermarket piece of copper expoyed or super glued to the NB for cooling. Any suggestions on to remove without damage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TheMadDutchDude Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 I've used the dishwasher method, and it's perfect for removing Vaseline from the tight spots like that. Just remember to remove the CMOS battery to avoid any problems. A socket protector is all I used, and the board functions just fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxbassplayerxx Posted June 2, 2015 Share Posted June 2, 2015 Dishwasher all the way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filmbot Posted June 2, 2015 Author Share Posted June 2, 2015 Dishwasher all the way! I've used the dishwasher method, and it's perfect for removing Vaseline from the tight spots like that. Just remember to remove the CMOS battery to avoid any problems. A socket protector is all I used, and the board functions just fine. Thanks for the reply guys! Assume using a "delicate" cycle if possible? Any ideas on removing the copper sink that is attached by epoxy/super glue? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeropluszero Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 I've removed 90% of vas from a board with a hot soapy wash by hand with a toothbrush in the sink, key is to wait for it to dry properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TheMadDutchDude Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Don't worry about the heat sink that's supposedly glued on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GtiJason Posted August 2, 2015 Share Posted August 2, 2015 Dishwasher all the way! You can seriously clean MB using the dishwasher? I assume you must give it a day or two to dry, just seems dangerous to me. Does the cpu cover stay on pretty well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basco Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 i use this : http://www.conrad.com/ce/en/product/823990/CRC-Kontakt-Chemie-71013-AA-Kontakt-WL-electronic-cleaner-400-ml dry after few minutes but not as cheap as dishwasher very good for cpu socket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Splave Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 I like heat gun heat up the whole board PCB then Air Compressor blow as much off as you can. Then CRC Quick Dry Contact Cleaner for the residue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l0ud_sil3nc3 Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 I like heat gun heat up the whole board PCB then Air Compressor blow as much off as you can. Then CRC Quick Dry Contact Cleaner for the residue. CRC Quick Dry, never leave home without it or an air compressor. . . . or a dehu . . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GtiJason Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 I like heat gun heat up the whole board PCB then Air Compressor blow as much off as you can. Then CRC Quick Dry Contact Cleaner for the residue. Nice, I already use crc quick dry, and own both a heat gun and compressor. I guess for quick indoor (large compressor) use my DataVac elec duster would work if I hold it away a bit Thanks Splave and Loud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
filmbot Posted August 4, 2015 Author Share Posted August 4, 2015 I like heat gun heat up the whole board PCB then Air Compressor blow as much off as you can. Then CRC Quick Dry Contact Cleaner for the residue. CRC Quick Dry, never leave home without it or an air compressor. . . . or a dehu . . . . I'll have to grab a can of this stuff. Only have one board that needs cleaned and it's not necessary but I'd rather have all my subzero setups completely under my personal methods and all the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Ney Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 (edited) Noobz Edited August 4, 2015 by Christian Ney Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mean Machine Posted August 5, 2015 Share Posted August 5, 2015 Noobz Moving on to RMAs of washing machines now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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