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Hey I heard JJ in a newegg video talking about a device he uses as a canned air alternative. I think the thing he described was a simple pump that built up pressure he could then release through a nozzle or something. Anybody know where I can get something like that? I'd probably save a fortune on canned air if it lasts.

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An air compressor

 

You can use them for all sorts of compressed air related fun

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I just use an air compressor.

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you can do " fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu" with your mouth

 

maybe is will work and maybe your pc will get wet

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An air compressor

You can use them for all sorts of compressed air related fun

This. You can get them in all shapes and sizes. I've got one for my air tools. So I just use that. Some other uses are: pressurize sprinkler system, paint things, air powered potato gun...

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i use this lol ...

 

 

Aren't you supposed to grab your fans so they don't spin and don't induce electriucity? :D

 

I personally think compressors are too expensive to use them just for blowing air at dusted stuff. :D an air can is like 5 bucks. it lasts longer than i expected.

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Aren't you supposed to grab your fans so they don't spin and don't induce electriucity? :D

 

I personally think compressors are too expensive to use them just for blowing air at dusted stuff. :D an air can is like 5 bucks. it lasts longer than i expected.

im not sure what i have is used for exactly

i borrowed it from my uncle

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Aren't you supposed to grab your fans so they don't spin and don't induce electriucity? :D

 

I personally think compressors are too expensive to use them just for blowing air at dusted stuff. :Dan air can is like 5 bucks. it lasts longer than i expected.

Air compressors are a very useful tool if you are a handy person.

They are worth every cent in my opinion.

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Air compressors are a very useful tool if you are a handy person.

They are worth every cent in my opinion.

 

True. I allways borrow my neighbour's compressor, when I'm at my parent's house. :D

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You can also use compressed air off a tractor, if it has air brakes. :D

 

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I have an air compressor in the garage that works great. Just be sure to not have PSI real high

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Ah I see. I was hoping for something a little quieter and bedroom/office friendly. I have an air compressor but it is out in the garage. meh.  Thank doge for fan filters.

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I've also been wondering what alternative i can user. Can i use a balloon pump?

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An air compressor. But don't use a gas station's. Their shit compressor has shit inside of it.

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You can also use compressed air off a tractor, if it has air brakes. :D

I think people are more likely to have an air compressor than a tractor.

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Air compressors are cheap and work great. You'll get it spotless. BUT

BE CAREFUL! If you live in a really dry environment like the south US with low humidity using a strait air compressor can cause static electricity. 

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I don't clean very often so I still use canned air. I like to point it up while holding upside down to release the liquid into the air; it's like instant air-conditioning. :P

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I prefer canned air over an air compressor when cleaning my pc

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I don't clean very often so I still use canned air. I like to point it up while holding upside down to release the liquid into the air; it's like instant air-conditioning. :P

Exactly. Especially in the summer. But my dad is too cheap to buy even one can.

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find an expired BBQ gas cylinder for free , they are usually chucked away due to retesting them is more expensive than new ones and there is usually nothing wrong with them, just check to make sure its in good. Adapt the top so it will take a tire inflator nozzel so then you can charge it up for free at the gas station. Charge it up to highest pressure (this wont be anywhere near the gas pressure that was pumped into to so its safe as). Just need an air blow gun / duster gun and if you want to add an air reg and water trap, thats a bonus. My setup cost about $10 all up   Will last for several  clean outs  OR  as the others say, get a cheap compressor, but then you pay for the power too. If you can build a computer, this will be easy.

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