There are a number of different types of compressors. Ones based upon
refrigeration compressors provide a very clean and quiet air source.
Diaphragm based units also provide clean air but they are noisier, so it
is important to get one with a pressure shut off switch so they don't
develop too much back pressure when not in use or, or you can use tools
(nozzles, etc) which have a air bleed on them although this leaves the
compressor running continuously.
Piston based compressors often do have oil residue in their air, and so
they require a good moisture trap and air filter. Since compressed air
builds up excess moisture due to condensation it is always wise to use a
moisture trap, anyway.
Art
Stan Schwartz wrote:
> I think you run the risk of spraying bits of lubricant when using a
> compressor.
>
>
> Stan Schwartz
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-filmscanners@halftone.co.uk
> [mailto:owner-filmscanners@halftone.co.uk]On Behalf Of IronWorks
> Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2001 3:34 PM
> To: filmscanners@halftone.co.uk
> Subject: Re: filmscanners: removing dust from SS4000
>
>
> This may be overkill but if anyone you know has an air compressor (e.g.
> someone might have bought one for his/her bicycle or car tires, or for a
> workshop as I had) it may be helpful - more powerful compressed air to blow
> away the dust.
>
> Maris
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Stan Schwartz" <snsok@swbell.net>
> To: <filmscanners@halftone.co.uk>
> Sent: Sunday, January 21, 2001 1:45 PM
> Subject: RE: filmscanners: removing dust from SS4000
>
>
> | After doing this a few times, I have removed much but not all of the dust.
> I
> | guess I will have to get one of those mini-vacuums.
> |
> | Stan
