has anyone used rubbingcompound to clean there copper mods? i dont have polish but i have rubbing compound will this work?
cleaning copper mech mod
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it won't hurt it. Start with a very small amount of compound and see how it goes. If the result is good, then continue. I personally would probably use something less abrasive though like a polishing compound vs rubbing compound, but I don't have any copper mods.
What grade is your rubbing compound? All I've been able to find on the matter says that it'll buff out scratches as well as polish so be careful if you have etchings and don't work that area too much.
I've polished copper heatsink for a computer before with a dremel and the red compound that they make. I ran the dremel at max speed for quite a while and had no issues with it. That heatsink looked like a mirror when I was done. I really don't think you have too much to worry about. On a side note, did you know you can use regular cheap toothpaste as a rubbing compound substitute depending on the surface.
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Ketchup and a soft cloth does an awesome job removing tarnish from copper.
The vinegar and the salt does most of the work for you.
The vinegar and the salt does most of the work for you.
I've never tried rubbing compound. That being said,
This site has a variety of ways to clean and polish copper: 7 Ways to Clean Copper - wikiHow
However, I found that polishing cloths and paper towel do a great job, it might be in your best interests to pick up a small pack
This site has a variety of ways to clean and polish copper: 7 Ways to Clean Copper - wikiHow
However, I found that polishing cloths and paper towel do a great job, it might be in your best interests to pick up a small pack
Do NOT use compound, you will just end up chasing the tarnish around and will remove any engravings. What mod do you have?
The above ketchup and a soft cloth works. Mothers or Cape Cods are worth investment.
Consider sealing w/done so you don't have to clean weekly. IMO nothing beats automotive ceramic paint sealant, even safe (zero voltage drop) on threads.
The above ketchup and a soft cloth works. Mothers or Cape Cods are worth investment.
Consider sealing w/done so you don't have to clean weekly. IMO nothing beats automotive ceramic paint sealant, even safe (zero voltage drop) on threads.
ok guys thanks i just went to the store and bought brasso multi purpose. i have a copper stingray clone
That's a good suggestion once you have it cleaned up nicely. Seal the surface with a quality clear coat.
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To Clean my copper. i take a small bowl sprinkle some salt in the bottom, take some lemon juice from the little fake lemon bottle squeeze some in the bowl, take the old tooth brush mix it around and start brushing the mod, then once its all shiny rinse with water and take a micro fiber cloth to dry it, if you want it to stay shiny you can shoot it with a coat or 2 of clear.
I use a simple jewelers cloth. I put nothing on it and get good results. When the cloth "blackens" too much, I replace it. Works good for me.
I am not a fan of putting compounds or sealants of any kind on what I consider a fine piece of jewlery. That's just me though..
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