@Tin_Foil I currently use a couple of pickle containers from systema and a cheap black-light I had lying around so I don’t really need this.
Regardless, I checked the specs and while it might not work for the biggest prints (Anycubic PhotonS owner here) it would work for almost all minis. It seems a bit steep price-wise. Rather wait for a cheap ultrasonic cleaner to show up at a thrift store or possibly a second round on Meh at a reduced price.
@Limewater@squishybrain@Tin_Foil My co-worker pulled one out of the dumpster at work when the dentist office across the hall closed. Also got an autoclave.
@Tin_Foil You’re supposed to use 99% IPA for SLA resin, which is highly flammable. None of the machines in this price range are rated for that kind of application. I guess you could use water, but I’m not sure how effective it would be. I got a $2 syringe (no needle) from the grocery store and it is great at blasting resin out of small crevices.
@deckar01@Tin_Foil I tend to rinse in IPA for about a minute then move the print to a container of water for a final rinse. I suppose one could use an ultrasonic cleaner for this rinse cycle.
I like the idea of using a non-sharp syringe for getting to difficult to reach areas.
@norman8 Totally looks like a toaster. For that price though, I’ll stick with the $5 red Connoisseurs jewelry cleaner I bought 15 years ago that still works. Thanks to the internets, found out it still sells for $5.
@awk You can dispense the hot steam directly into a filter with coffee in it sitting on top of a cup, and froth some milk in the vibrating topside compartment. So yes, it kind of is a coffee maker.
@hchavers …wait, does that mean you did or didn’t get one? I have been interested in something like this but I’m afraid to make a meh purchase over $15
@RiotDemon just cause they are going to nag you doesn’t mean you need to buy shit. I would believe they only clean it off you bought it from them though.
@wickhameh I am vagazzled and was entertained by imagining how that would work. My first thought went to the steamer and I was a bit horrified, but the ultrasonic bath could be amusing. And yes, my “intimate jewelry” is part of why I’ll probably buy one.
I’m told this is the best way to clean bicycle chains and gear cassettes. For under $50 this seems like a cheap experiment. Plus, I can sell it to the wife, 'cause I’m cleaning her jewelry too.
When I worked at a store that sold jewelry, I cleaned my glasses with the steam machine at work. After a few weeks of only cleaning them that way, there was a barely noticeable accumulation of crud that was immune to steam cleaning.
I have an ultrasonic cleaner at home, so I used that with various cleaning chemistries. I can attest that there is crud that comes off in the ultrasonic cleaner, but not the steam cleaner, and vice versa.
I was afraid to use the store ultrasonic cleaner, as it was frequently used with abrasives that could easily remove the coatings on my lenses. The jeweler said that it was easy to get all of the abrasives out of the cleaner, but he was a professional lier due to his profession.
Note that the steamer at the store was clearly an industrial grade item, operated with a foot pedal. The item on sale here might not be comparable.
My wedding ring hasn’t been cleaned in over a year. Tonight, my husband had fun using the steamer. I had to use the cleaner multiple times, it was so dirty. My ring is super shiny, and I love it. I’m glad I purchased this!
Specs
What’s in the Box?
Price Comparison
$179.99 at Amazon
Warranty
90 days
Estimated Delivery
Wednesday, Feb 5 - Monday, Feb 10
Warning: not suitable for use on family jewels.
You want me to CLEAN my JEWELRY? Who do I look like, Mitt Romney?
@dcm714 Well, he does like clean coal, so maybe this is how he gets it nice and smooth and shiny.
@dcm714 @ShotgunX I thought that was the Trumpster…
@dcm714 Are you one of those filthy people who allow their pets to ride inside the car?
Thought on this for 3D resin prints? I mean, UV light and cleaner in one sounds pretty sweet.
@Tin_Foil JUST got an SLA printer myself. Would also like to know.
@Tin_Foil I currently use a couple of pickle containers from systema and a cheap black-light I had lying around so I don’t really need this.
Regardless, I checked the specs and while it might not work for the biggest prints (Anycubic PhotonS owner here) it would work for almost all minis. It seems a bit steep price-wise. Rather wait for a cheap ultrasonic cleaner to show up at a thrift store or possibly a second round on Meh at a reduced price.
@Tin_Foil just wondering how deep the ultrasonic bath area is for that very reason.
@squishybrain @Tin_Foil Do you often encounter ultrasonic cleaners at thrift stores?
@Limewater @squishybrain @Tin_Foil My co-worker pulled one out of the dumpster at work when the dentist office across the hall closed. Also got an autoclave.
@Tin_Foil You’re supposed to use 99% IPA for SLA resin, which is highly flammable. None of the machines in this price range are rated for that kind of application. I guess you could use water, but I’m not sure how effective it would be. I got a $2 syringe (no needle) from the grocery store and it is great at blasting resin out of small crevices.
@Limewater @oldmantick @Tin_Foil That’s one great find.
@deckar01 @Tin_Foil I tend to rinse in IPA for about a minute then move the print to a container of water for a final rinse. I suppose one could use an ultrasonic cleaner for this rinse cycle.
I like the idea of using a non-sharp syringe for getting to difficult to reach areas.
@sinless @Tin_Foil Users on Amazon report the bath depth is about two inches.
@Limewater @Tin_Foil No but my wife shops at the local stores all the time. I’ve asked her to keep an eye out for one.
It looks like it makes toast as well.
I thought it was one of those new-fangled coffee makers at first.
@norman8 Totally looks like a toaster. For that price though, I’ll stick with the $5 red Connoisseurs jewelry cleaner I bought 15 years ago that still works. Thanks to the internets, found out it still sells for $5.
I lost a lot of weight and my wedding ring doesn’t fit anymore. I am still losing more weight so I won’t resize for at least a few more months.
@ihaveyoursox That’s great to hear! Keep it up!
Don’t lie to me, that’s a coffee maker.
@awk You can dispense the hot steam directly into a filter with coffee in it sitting on top of a cup, and froth some milk in the vibrating topside compartment. So yes, it kind of is a coffee maker.
My wife has great jewelry! I’m not taking a chance on the truth (or my billfold) being exposed.
Meh, it’s your fault. Remember those Pacific Pearls?
@hchavers …wait, does that mean you did or didn’t get one? I have been interested in something like this but I’m afraid to make a meh purchase over $15
@hchavers Well, cover up that shit if you don’t want it exposed
@Jeepersca I will not take the chance of the luster being washed off of the plastic beads.
Interesting piece , didn’t even know such things exist.
@myi
Don’t lie to me, you’re selling two hilarious Muppet-themed rock and roll shirts for just $21 or $14 each.
@dijit27 The Sweetums one is pretty epic. I’d buy it if I didn’t look like crap in shirts like that.
Will this keep my Betta fish Jimmy nice and clean?
Don’t jewelry stores usually do this for free
@unksol yes if you want them to try and sell you more stuff while your jewelry is being cleaned.
@RiotDemon just cause they are going to nag you doesn’t mean you need to buy shit. I would believe they only clean it off you bought it from them though.
@unksol no, you don’t have to buy it. Some people deal with social anxiety however and might feel pressured to purchase something.
I have a local store that will clean your jewelry for free even if you didn’t buy it from them.
Conveniently shaped for those who are vagazzled.
*Please don’t ban me or that!
@wickhameh I am vagazzled and was entertained by imagining how that would work. My first thought went to the steamer and I was a bit horrified, but the ultrasonic bath could be amusing. And yes, my “intimate jewelry” is part of why I’ll probably buy one.
@arielleslie @wickhameh Can someone elaborate?
@arielleslie @ShotgunX @wickhameh No way!
I’m told this is the best way to clean bicycle chains and gear cassettes. For under $50 this seems like a cheap experiment. Plus, I can sell it to the wife, 'cause I’m cleaning her jewelry too.
@Badpookey 11 ounce capacity made me think twice about getting this with other than jewelry uses in mind.
You can get a 2.5L ultrasonic cleaner at Hazard Fraught for not much more than this and clean things of that size.
@Badpookey @djslack didn’t know they even had one. Reviews look good if I ever need a parts cleaner.
When I worked at a store that sold jewelry, I cleaned my glasses with the steam machine at work. After a few weeks of only cleaning them that way, there was a barely noticeable accumulation of crud that was immune to steam cleaning.
I have an ultrasonic cleaner at home, so I used that with various cleaning chemistries. I can attest that there is crud that comes off in the ultrasonic cleaner, but not the steam cleaner, and vice versa.
I was afraid to use the store ultrasonic cleaner, as it was frequently used with abrasives that could easily remove the coatings on my lenses. The jeweler said that it was easy to get all of the abrasives out of the cleaner, but he was a professional lier due to his profession.
Note that the steamer at the store was clearly an industrial grade item, operated with a foot pedal. The item on sale here might not be comparable.
The Steamer blows my electroplating right off my good jewelry from China. No thanks
My wedding ring hasn’t been cleaned in over a year. Tonight, my husband had fun using the steamer. I had to use the cleaner multiple times, it was so dirty. My ring is super shiny, and I love it. I’m glad I purchased this!