Pc moisture

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  1. Posts : 33
    Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64-bit
       #1

    Pc moisture


    Hi forum.

    I saw a tutorial regarding maintenance on PC system. And the guy doing the tutorial said, that he includes
    A few silicon gel packs in his tower (on the bottom) which absorbs the moisture during winter or cold days. Is this legit?
    or would it do damage within the tower?

    Thank you.
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  2. Posts : 633
    Win 10 Pro x64 1607 (Build 14393.953)
       #2

    You could check your local min/max moisture values and compare that with the values in the specs for your PC.

    Never heard of using silicon Silica gel packs, but sounds reasonable!

    Cheers
    Last edited by M4v3r1ck; 21 Apr 2017 at 03:35.
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  3. Posts : 19,516
    W11+W11 Developer Insider + Linux
       #3

    It's a good idea for high moisture environment but it's not Silicone but Silica gel and can be found in packaging of products that may rust or otherwise be damaged by moisture. Once it gets saturated with moisture it turns bluish color but it can be fixed by heating it in an oven and than it's like new again. In an average desktop computer it would need to be strategically placed in few places to cover whole case, one little bag at the bottom is not going to do much.
    I keep few in my gun, fishing rod and camera cases for instance, Other sensitive equipment could use it too. Using that stuff for at least 50 years.
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  4. Posts : 633
    Win 10 Pro x64 1607 (Build 14393.953)
       #4

    CountMike said:
    It's a good idea for high moisture environment but it's not Silicone but Silica gel and can be found in packaging of products that may rust or otherwise be damaged by moisture. Once it gets saturated with moisture it turns bluish color but it can be fixed by heating it in an oven and than it's like new again. In an average desktop computer it would need to be strategically placed in few places to cover whole case, one little bag at the bottom is not going to do much.
    I keep few in my gun, fishing rod and camera cases for instance, Other sensitive equipment could use it too. Using that stuff for at least 50 years.

    Thanks for correcting us to the correct name!

    Cheers
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  5. Posts : 1,983
    Windows 10 x86 14383 Insider Pro and Core 10240
       #5

    No, it's not necessary - just run the computer and the heat generated by the various components will be moved around by PSU, system and processor fans will keep everything toasty dry.

    You can buy cheap hygrometers on EBAY if you are concerned with monitoring your domestic humidity levels.

    Remember that condensation occurs when warmer moist air meets colder surfaces at lower than ambient temperature.

    The silica gel will eventually fragment with swelling and contracting from atmospheric moisture absorption and loss, producing abrasive and potentially harmful dust that could be breathed in.

    Dispose of Silica gel packs as it says on the pack, and sometimes it also says "do not eat". Don't!
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  6. Posts : 19,516
    W11+W11 Developer Insider + Linux
       #6

    Fafhrd said:
    No, it's not necessary - just run the computer and the heat generated by the various components will be moved around by PSU, system and processor fans will keep everything toasty dry.

    You can buy cheap hygrometers on EBAY if you are concerned with monitoring your domestic humidity levels.

    Remember that condensation occurs when warmer moist air meets colder surfaces at lower than ambient temperature.

    The silica gel will eventually fragment with swelling and contracting from atmospheric moisture absorption and loss, producing abrasive and potentially harmful dust that could be breathed in.

    Dispose of Silica gel packs as it says on the pack, and sometimes it also says "do not eat". Don't!
    Moisture would form after turning computer off. Case is most susceptible to it, I have seen many rusted ones as well as corroded contacts and that doesn't happen in dry environment.
    When bringing any electronics in from cold, always let it worm up to room temperature before turning on.
    Definitively don't eat, it will turn you into a mummy or at least make you drink more beer.
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  7. Posts : 1,983
    Windows 10 x86 14383 Insider Pro and Core 10240
       #7

    CountMike said:
    Moisture would form after turning computer off. Case is most susceptible to it, I have seen many rusted ones.
    Definitively don't eat, it will turn you into a mummy or at least make you drink more beer.

    It may get damp if it gets colder than the ambient air temperature, or is in a situation with limited airflow, like under a desk, in a closet, or covered with stuff (like papers, drying underwear and socks) that insulates it from room temperature and it is inproximity to a cold exterior wall or chilling draughts, for instance. And yes, the cases may get rusty (but usually not inside the case!) in such circumstances, but silica gel in the bottom of the case will not help, unless regenerated regularly like Dr Who. A desk fan will definitely help, both in winter and in summer.
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  8. Posts : 19,516
    W11+W11 Developer Insider + Linux
       #8

    Fafhrd said:

    It may get damp if it gets colder than the ambient air temperature, or is in a situation with limited airflow, like under a desk, in a closet, or covered with stuff that insulates it from room temperature and it is inproximity to a cold exterior wall or chilling draughts, for instance. And yes, the cases may get rusty (but usually not inside the case!) in such circumstances, but silica gel in the bottom of the case will not help, unless regenerated regularly like Dr Who.
    Most rust I have seen is right at the bottom of the case and mostly at seems where they are not painted. Newer cases are better protected.
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  9. Posts : 33
    Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64-bit
    Thread Starter
       #9

    Ok guys thanks for the info.

    PS: No silica gel was consumed during this thread.
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  10. Posts : 633
    Win 10 Pro x64 1607 (Build 14393.953)
       #10

    graphomet said:
    Ok guys thanks for the info.

    PS: No silica gel was consumed during this thread.
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