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A typical vinyl (PVC) record can start warping due to heat at a temperature of 140°F (60°C) and can melt at temperatures exceeding 212°F (100°C). Other factors, such as humidity, sunlight exposure, and improper storage, can drastically impact the resilience of a record.
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I did research on safe temps for LP Records, 95 degrees is not even close to dangerous temps. I researched the crap out of this before purchase.
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Great tip to obtain an accurate digital thermometer to maintain a safe environment for the vinyl. The ultrasonic cleaning can work great but remember they are not specific for records. Originally they are for cleaning medical or industrial cleaning.
The transducer reaction to the liquid in the tank temperature can increase too much and harm the record. Even 95 degrees is approaching the safe threshold.
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One last thing, get yourself a digital meat thermometer, the "Actual" temp on the Ultrasonic is not acurate. 30 degrees Celsius I get great results, its about 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Pick up Tergikleen and only use Distilled water, I use 20 drops into 1 gallon jug of distilled water and just top of the Ultrasonic with a little more distilled till it reaches the line. Old LP's that havn't been pre cleaned I do by themselves. My LP's that was "pre cleaned" with the vinyl vac way I do 2 at a time. This is how I do it and it works great for me. Amazing results.
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Thanks EYoung!
This one's $135...Does it need to be upgraded?
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I'm a little confused. Can you provide a link for the Vevor 6L Ultrasonic Digital "Pro" ?
TIA
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I have one and cleaned about 30 records - mostly used ones from 70s. Not sure how much difference it makes because I don't play them without going through spin disc first, but after cleaning session is done, I see the water is dirty. So cleaning with it made sense and I continue using it.
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My friend made his also. He said he spent under $300 usd. There are U Tube vids on how to make one.
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Got the parts separate, instead of a all in one. I shouldn’t of used the word Built. Instead I pieced it out.
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What do you mean that you built it or 245 bucks?
It's not already assembled?
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Funny I started with the spin Clean, Crappy results. Then went to the Vinyl Vac (made home made lazy susan turn table) Happy with my results. Now moved on to a Vevor 6L Ultrasonic Digital "Pro" and the results are Jaw Dropping! All my records that was previously "cleaned" sound Amazing! Honestly after about 20 records there is gunk on the bottom of the tank!! Built it for about 245 bucks all together, just bought the tank and a Wewu 2 record spinner and a variable power supply so it spins much slower. Even used a usb Microscope to see the difference in the grooves. Now if you have deep scratches or groove damage there is nothing you can do. But if you got caked on gunk, spin your records in the bath with the temp on 35C for 15 minutes then Ultrasonic them for 30 minutes you will have better than new records. Even my Brand New Beth Hart double LP hand gunk in the bottom of the tank after cleaning!! I still use the Vinyl Vac for a Distilled Rinse and Vac dry.
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Mine works fine for the money but I dont enjoy using it. I mostly buy new which should be cleaned before use - there is all sorts of crap visible in the water afterwards.
Assume you are using distilled water. The soap refills are stupid money for what is likely a drop of dawn.
I'm not prepared to spend $3-$4K on audiodesk or degritter but the Humminguru looks worth a try for $500
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Sounds like you just need to open the wallet wider, and get a proper cleaning machine.
I try and find GOOD condition, used LP's to start with-that means NO real groove damage which won't be saved by ANY cleaning machine.
With that said, SP serves its purpose for me.
Static can be addressed by the knowledgeable here.
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Awesome cp!
I'm going to return it.
Which US do you recommend?
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I returned my spin clean when I had same results. It really shines the record but not much deep cleaning. Did nothing for static. I finally borrowed a friend's US and that made a big difference.
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Hey TJ!
Do you still hear static after using the Spin Clean?
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If you feel it makes no difference, return it.
SP is really just for cleaning superficial dirt on used LP's. It will remove some skips/stitches depending on the degree of damage. Otherwise, it won't perform miracles.
Mine has been in use for over 10 years while I keep saying "I'll get a US this year"
US is the answer if you want to hear a difference.
Get the Humminguru or equivalent for cheap.
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