will this be ok to remove thermal paste?

[Nick Smith]

will mineralised methylated spirit be ok for removing thermal paste.

it contains methanol, and im told it will work....but i just want to make sure that it wont damage my CPU.

[dave87]

I'd use small amounts of nail varnish remover if you haven't got any surgical spirit available. If you use it on a cotton bud then you can direct it to just removing the thermal paste.

If you use it in moderation, I can't see a problem.

[Zak33]

won't damage it....it'll be fine

I use Gin. Always have.

If the thermal goo that's on there is really sticky & thick, use a bit of flat plastic to scrape most of it off before trying to clean it perfectly.
I use the edge of a tupperware lid, or a toothbrush handle...anything plastic and not harder than the cpu core.

[Nick Smith]

thanks guys

back to upgrading

[Pob255]

I use Gin. Always have.

You sir are my new hero

Now I have a Good reason to go and buy some.


EDIT: I find rail cards great for scrappers.

[SuicidaL]

won't damage it....it'll be fine

I use Gin. Always have.

If the thermal goo that's on there is really sticky & thick, use a bit of flat plastic to scrape most of it off before trying to clean it perfectly.
I use the edge of a tupperware lid, or a toothbrush handle...anything plastic and not harder than the cpu core.

last time i used the wifes visa card and got some tim cleaner on the chip, it did the job and stopped her spending on it............at least for 2 weeks untill the new one arrived.

[dave87]

last time i used the wifes visa card and got some tim cleaner on the chip, it did the job and stopped her spending on it............at least for 2 weeks untill the new one arrived.

Might have to try that with mine, always seem to find something to buy