Canned-Air Video

James Salenger wrote in post #7952102
Jeez, that thing is about as dangerous as a loaded .357 magnum.

As a note to those reading this thread: that is ALSO not a highly recommended method for new users to clean camera sensors.

ATTENTION all newbee D-SLR users:

Speaking as a very experienced sensor swabber, using canned-air to blow off your sensor is one of the least dangerous methods to rid the surface of dust and debris, on the condition you watch the entire Falcon video in the opening post. Probably the MOST dangerous method is NOT blowing the sensor before wielding a wet or dry tool. This is where most sensor damage occurs, having a big foreign object dragged across the sensor. Go to the website of SensorKlear and you will see in their video they strongly recommend using a bulb-blower before and/or after using the pen.

Propellant should not be shot into any body orifice nor the eyes, nor should the vapors be inhaled. To assure you have the proper technique before actually blowing off your sensor, practice the short bursts right into the palm of your hand. Short bursts, can perfectly upright, just as the video plainly demonstrates. If propellant gets on your skin, wipe it off. It is NOT a corrosive as implied by previous posts.

CAUTION: If you have any doubts (shaky knees, sweaty palms, light-headedness) about canned-air or any other sensor cleaning tool, do not proceed. Make alternate arrangements for the manufacturer to tackle the job.

Thanks,
Nicholas
www.copperhillimages.c​om

Nicholas,

I was talking about the .357.

TheBurningCrown wrote in post #7952697
Nicholas,

I was talking about the .357.

OH, sorry about that BurningCrown. But my last post is very pertinent for newbees.

Nicholas

Nicholas R. wrote in post #7952673
ATTENTION all newbee D-SLR users:

Speaking as a very experienced sensor swabber, using canned-air to blow off your sensor is one of the least dangerous methods to rid the surface of dust and debris, on the condition you watch the entire Falcon video in the opening post. Probably the MOST dangerous method is NOT blowing the sensor before wielding a wet or dry tool. This is where most sensor damage occurs, having a big foreign object dragged across the sensor. Go to the website of SensorKlear and you will see in their video they strongly recommend using a bulb-blower before and/or after using the pen.

Propellant should not be shot into any body orifice nor the eyes, nor should the vapors be inhaled. To assure you have the proper technique before actually blowing off your sensor, practice the short bursts right into the palm of your hand. Short bursts, can perfectly upright, just as the video plainly demonstrates. If propellant gets on your skin, wipe it off. It is NOT a corrosive as implied by previous posts.

CAUTION: If you have any doubts (shaky knees, sweaty palms, light-headedness) about canned-air or any other sensor cleaning tool, do not proceed. Make alternate arrangements for the manufacturer to tackle the job.

Thanks,
Nicholas
www.copperhillimages.c​om

Nicholas R. wrote in post #7952706
OH, sorry about that BurningCrown. But my last post is very pertinent for newbees.

Nicholas

Very pertinent, especially the last paragraph. I don't think I've seen it expressed as well...