Doexit Cleaner which one to buy?

[Kamshaft]

I've seen serveral threads with recommendations to use the Deoxit brand of electronic cleaner. The problem that I have is that there are so many different products from CAIG, and I have no clue which specific product to get.

 

http://caig.com/

 

Could some you share your trials/recommendations on which specific product(s) you've used to clean this old tech.

 

Thanks!

Kam

Edited October 15, 2013 by Kamshaft

[goldenegg]

All you need is the D5. I keep large and mini cans around for various projects.

[AtariBrian]

D 5 is what I get .

[+save2600]

Same here. Excellent for Audio, video and gaming gear alike.

[Kamshaft]

Thanks for the replies guys. Very helpful!

[goldenegg]

I just want to add a couple things.

 

You'll notice that the bottles of Deoxit are a fraction of the size of other contact cleaners. For Deoxit, a little goes a long way. When the instructions say to use a 'short burst', they really do mean short. There's no need to drench your item in it. Your application should go like this:

 

- Short burst of Deoxit

- Wait a few minutes

- Another short burst of Deoxit

- Wipe the connection

 

Another thing to note is that this stuff can stain clothes and other items. I suggest using it over a utility sink and wear latex gloves while doing so.

[icemanxp300]

Buy off ebay or something. Get the big can not that dinky radio shack trial size.

[goldenegg]

Their 'big' can is still 1/3 the size of your average contact cleaner. The mini cans are also fantastic to keep around for quick jobs. I highly recommend getting at least one of each.

[Kamshaft]

I just want to add a couple things.

 

You'll notice that the bottles of Deoxit are a fraction of the size of other contact cleaners. For Deoxit, a little goes a long way. When the instructions say to use a 'short burst', they really do mean short. There's no need to drench your item in it. Your application should go like this:

 

- Short burst of Deoxit

- Wait a few minutes

- Another short burst of Deoxit

- Wipe the connection

 

Another thing to note is that this stuff can stain clothes and other items. I suggest using it over a utility sink and wear latex gloves while doing so.

 

I found a store that carries it. (Finally) Thanks for the "short burst" tip.