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Arctic Silver Arcticlean Thermal Cooling Material Remover and Surface Purifier (ACN-60ML) Arctic Silver Arcticlean Thermal Cooling Material Remover and Surface Purifier (ACN-60ML)

Arctic Silver Arcticlean Thermal Cooling Material Remover and Surface Purifier (ACN-60ML)

Arctic Silver Arcticlean Thermal Cooling Material Remover and Surface Purifier (ACN-60ML) Arctic Silver Arcticlean Thermal Cooling Material Remover and Surface Purifier (ACN-60ML)
$ 8.30

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Based on 391 ratings
Easy to use
9.90
Value for money
9.70

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Cleaning procedure in two stages
Removes any thermal grease or pads that may have been used previously.
Cleans the surface so that new applications can be applied.

Questions & Answers

Is it possible to use this to clean liquid metal thermal paste?

Yes, most likely, but just to be sure, I recommend googling it.

What should I do if I get some thermal paste remover on my pins? Is it true that my processor has vanished?

As long as you don't apply power to the remover, you should be fine. Allow for some drying time.

Is it possible to use this to clean the contacts on the Intel Core 2 processor's underside?

If you mean the pins, no. I would just use high % Isopropyl alcohol as a replacement.

Is a 3600 compatible with this?

I'm not sure what a 3600 is or what you're referring to. This will work with any CPU and CPU cooler.br>br> I've used it on both AMD and Intel desktops and laptops, with a variety of CPU and CPU cooler models.

Selected User Reviews For Arctic Silver Arcticlean Thermal Cooling Material Remover and Surface Purifier (ACN-60ML)

Step one is fine; step two should be avoided
4/5

I was able to locate the MSDS for this product and would like to point out that step 1 is primarily composed of Limonene, which is a non-toxic substance. It's electrically conductive and effective at removing TIM, but it has a high boiling point (176°C), so it takes a long time to evaporate. The second step is to 90% water, which was extremely infuriating to discover. Step 2 will never be used again by me. Instead, I cleaned up the leftover limonene with 70% isopropyl alcohol wipes. Normally, I would just use br>br>br>br>br>br>br>br>br> 90% isopropyl alcohol but due to COVID19 it is out of stock everywhere it is out of stock everywhere it is out of stock every place it is out of stock% Step 1 is clearly superior to isopropyl alcohol because it takes longer to evaporate, giving it more time to penetrate the TIM, especially if it is slightly dried out.

Lily Turner
Lily Turner
| Apr 24, 2021
Without a doubt, the most effective thermal paste cleaner
5/5

Alcohol can be used to clean thermal paste, but it does not perform as well as artic clean. Give it a few drops to cover the entire surface and leave it on for a few minutes. The old paste should loosen up and you should be able to wipe it away like butter. You'll probably have to do it a few times, and once there's no more paste stain on the cloth or paper towel you're wiping with, give it a few drops of surface purifier and wipe it clean, then apply your new thermal paste and you'll know your chip is free of old paste.

Kennedy Rivera
Kennedy Rivera
| Mar 01, 2021
Cleans away years of old thermal paste and works well on thermal paste that has been dry for a few years
5/5

You probably don't need this if your thermal paste has only been sitting for a few months. I haven't tested how much this actually increases/doesn't increase cooling, but at the very least it cleans the thermal paste off very well, so I think it's worth a few dollars if you don't change your cpu cooler every few months.

Jaxon Duffy
Jaxon Duffy
| Mar 18, 2021
Rubbing Alcohol and Badge Goo Gone are two products that can be used to remove goo from your badge
4/5

This is just a re-iteration of the previous paragraph. Goo Gone and rubbing alcohol are two products that have been labeled. I already knew this and purchased it primarily for the dropper bottles' convenience. If you follow the instructions, it works exactly as it should. br>br>Cpl of drops from bottle 1 (the goo gone), let it sit for 30 seconds, wipe, and repeat until clean. br>br>Once the thermal paste deposit has been cleaned. Using a few drops of rubbing alcohol from Bottle 2, wipe away the oil residue. br>br>Follow the instructions for applying thermal paste.

Alivia Carter
Alivia Carter
| Nov 16, 2021
More than enough for a single use, but at least three could be used
5/5

4 times. Product is great but instructions on how to use the product are a little scarce if you are a novice but considering you would have to really mess up to cause a problem, you.

Castiel Marshall
Castiel Marshall
| Feb 25, 2021
This is a fantastic kit that actually works! This is an excellent set! I used this kit to transfer an Intel I5-based processor
5/5

I just upgraded my 4670K from an old build to a new build, and I have to say, this stuff is really nice! It comes with both, as shown in the picture, and shines surfaces! br>br>Note: If you're looking for a unique way to express yourself, try using the words "creative This kit cleans processors as well as the thermal blocks of CPU coolers, whether they are air or water coolers. Overall: br>br> Great kit that is well worth the money for people who want to clean the thermal surface on DIY (custom) builds as well as reapplying for existing systems in general.

Myles Townsend
Myles Townsend
| Sep 22, 2021
The wipes did an excellent job of cleaning the surfaces
5/5

This product works wonders when it comes to removing thermal paste from the processor and cooling plate. However, because it is a liquid, be cautious when using it because it has a tendency to run down the bottle's side. br>br>I used it with "Kimtech Science KimWipes Delicate Task Wipers" by Kimtech Science. 4 x 8. 4 in". The wipes did an excellent job of cleaning the surfaces. br>br> Using an alcohol pad to remove the paste might be the most convenient option, but I'm not sure it would be as effective.

Sunny GARDINER
Sunny GARDINER
| Mar 21, 2021
If you're upgrading or rebuilding a computer, this is a must-have
5/5

It's a piece of cake to get rid of old thermal compound with this stuff. The CPU/GPU heat sinks on a six-year-old laptop were easy to remove. If there is a lot of old thermal compound, it may take a couple of applications to break it down and dissolve it, but it can still be cleaned up. The new thermal compound clung to the surface as if it had never been used before. Highly recommended for any work that necessitates the removal or reinstallation of items. removing and replacing old cooling components.

Branson Edwards
Branson Edwards
| Oct 05, 2021

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