Sensor cleaning

In another thread, which has managed to go way off topic, there was mention of cleaning my sensor, and a throw-away remark about a blower..."Does it suck".

Well, that got me thinking. I've seen some USB powered mini vacuums for computer keyboards, etc. Could one of these be used to clean a sensor, or is that not recommended

Example... http://www.sourcingmap.com/usb-vacuum-cleaner-p-1117.html

I doubt one of those things is powerful enough without touching the nozzle against the sensor*, which is something you would want to aovoid.

* or putting it so close that there would be a risk of accidental contact. The nozzle could mark the sensor filter even if made of soft material. The slightest mark will be worse than a speck of dust.

Ted, don't use anything that is not specifically meant for cleaning sensors. Try the Arctic Butterfly is a great piece of kit, not cheap but it does an excellent job

Tell me about it

As Cliff says, I would also recommend the Arctic Butterfly

OK..I'll steer clear of that. 'Twas just a thought.