Sanding a contact will cause more arcing between the contact points and could cause them to arc weld together. Contact point are smooth for a reason and should only be CLEANED with approved cleaners. A friend sanded his and at a later date went to clean them again and had to replace the outlets and the ICs because they would not come apart. Cost for error around $2,000.
Cleaning AC plugs, receptacles and other contacts
I just remodeled my audio room which included stripping old wallpaper, sanding, painting, Wainscoting, etc., -- you know, the usual MESS!
While I have the room empty, I want to clean the inside of my AC outlet contact points, my AC cord plugs etc.
What have you found to be the best cleaner for this application? I plan to use Caig Pro Gold after I clean them. I thought I remembered a publication recommending some sort sanding or slightly abrasive sheet on AC plugs prior to applying any Caig type treatment but I cannot recall the name. Do any of you use such a thing?
Any opinions on now you clean the electrical contacts (and/or treat them afterwards) or insides of the AC or IEC receptacles or your RCA connections and the products you prefer will be appreciated.
Thanks.
Frank
While I have the room empty, I want to clean the inside of my AC outlet contact points, my AC cord plugs etc.
What have you found to be the best cleaner for this application? I plan to use Caig Pro Gold after I clean them. I thought I remembered a publication recommending some sort sanding or slightly abrasive sheet on AC plugs prior to applying any Caig type treatment but I cannot recall the name. Do any of you use such a thing?
Any opinions on now you clean the electrical contacts (and/or treat them afterwards) or insides of the AC or IEC receptacles or your RCA connections and the products you prefer will be appreciated.
Thanks.
Frank