jip Posted June 11, 2012 Share #1 Posted June 11, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hello, I was wondering how you guys clean the sensor! Mine certainly needs to be cleaned! thanks guys! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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jaapv Posted June 11, 2012 Share #2 Posted June 11, 2012 I have some excellent sandblasting equipment. Seriously, I like to do it this way. The original idea for it was William Palank's Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/181554-how-do-you-guys-clean-the-sensor/?do=findComment&comment=2037380'>More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 11, 2012 Share #3 Posted June 11, 2012 Hello, I was wondering how you guys clean the sensor! Mine certainly needs to be cleaned! thanks guys! My M8.2 had to be sent so often to Leica, that its sensor always got cleaned there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital~Nomad Posted June 11, 2012 Share #4 Posted June 11, 2012 Rocket blower seems to clear the light stuff off then i have an illuminated loupe and lenspens sensorklear which moves anything more stubborn,finally but i have'nt had to use them are swabs and cleaning fluid..Wet cleaning does'nt bother me as i used to clean my Nikon D3 regular enough. Jaap quick question is that eclipse fluid your using and is this the fluid that Leica recommend.?? thankyou in advance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaapv Posted June 11, 2012 Share #5 Posted June 11, 2012 E2, it is not bad, but not my favorite, as it has a tendency to leave a white residue if used too liberally. My favorite is Visible Dust fluid, or the Green Clean wet and dry swabs. The Green Clean vacuum cleaner is the best tool for loose dust in my experience. On the road the Giotto Rocket Blower does a decent job. There is an extensive article in the M9 FAQ. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenPatterson Posted June 11, 2012 Share #6 Posted June 11, 2012 Thanks Jaap, that's exactly what I've been looking for. So, what is a YZ20P5 Stereo Microscope going to set me back? A few hundred? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digital~Nomad Posted June 11, 2012 Share #7 Posted June 11, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) Thanks Jaap,checking the green clean stuff out now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeebeeWien Posted June 11, 2012 Share #8 Posted June 11, 2012 Thanks Jaap, that's exactly what I've been looking for. So, what is a YZ20P5 Stereo Microscope going to set me back? A few hundred? Actually it's currently on offer YZ20P5 Operation microscope Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJP Posted June 11, 2012 Share #9 Posted June 11, 2012 I hope Jaap kept the box - to ensure resale value. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andym911 Posted June 11, 2012 Share #10 Posted June 11, 2012 Never cleaned mine...no problem with dust..lucky or sloppy , am not sure;) will read the answers for the day i need to:) andy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ming Rider Posted June 11, 2012 Share #11 Posted June 11, 2012 I have some excellent sandblasting equipment. Seriously, I like to do it this way. The original idea for it was William Palank's [ATTACH]319931[/ATTACH] No wonder it's so hard trying to register with a decent dentist these days. They're all to busy cleaning their sensors. "Nurse? Anesthetic, drill, pick, filling paste, Arctic Butterfly . . ." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 11, 2012 Share #12 Posted June 11, 2012 After I bought a second camera body, the now infrequent lens changes have resulted in significantly less need to sensor clean. Of course this is not a recommended solution just for that purpose, but it sure has been a nice side effect. When I do clean, however, I've had success using a rocket blower first, then if needed E2 fluid and swabs, checking after with the aid of a Visible dust illuminated loupe. This topic comes up almost as frequently as bag threads, so a simple forum search will bring up loads of discussions. There you will find opinions...both ways...on myriad products. Some like one fluid or tool; others have had bad experiences with the same ones. A good local camera dealer, for instance, won't even carry Visible Dust products after too many service department repairs; others swear by the same products. A lot, of course, depends on user technique, not just the product.The CopperHill site provides a video and some useful tips even if you don't use their products. There are numerous other online videos and tutorials. Once you figure out what works for you, it will become a simple process. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gfspencer Posted June 11, 2012 Share #13 Posted June 11, 2012 My favorite is Visible Dust fluid, or the Green Clean wet and dry swabs. Same here. I also use a Visible Dust Loupe to better see what I'm dealing with. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephenPatterson Posted June 12, 2012 Share #14 Posted June 12, 2012 Same here. I also use a Visible Dust Loupe to better see what I'm dealing with. +1 for the Visible Dust Loupe. It's hard to clean what you cannot see. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shade Posted June 12, 2012 Share #15 Posted June 12, 2012 Im a lazy bum so I take it to my local dealer and have them clean it for me.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 12, 2012 Share #16 Posted June 12, 2012 Im a lazy bum so I take it to my local dealer and have them clean it for me.. Could become expensive to take your dealer on long trips. Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJP Posted June 12, 2012 Share #17 Posted June 12, 2012 I thought this topic had been done to death (and more) way back in a sticky (as had DoF). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff S Posted June 12, 2012 Share #18 Posted June 12, 2012 I likened it to bag threads (post #12), and Jaap mentioned the M9 FAQ. The issue, like bags, is that much of this is subjective as opinions vary widely on techniques and products. Use of the search function would eliminate 75% of the forum discussion; then what would we do in our spare time....take pics? Jeff Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJP Posted June 12, 2012 Share #19 Posted June 12, 2012 No perish the thought, but pointing to the FAQ occasionally is good:D Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdlaing Posted June 12, 2012 Share #20 Posted June 12, 2012 Rocket blower, arctic butterfly and Visible Dust system for wet cleaning. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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