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Cleaning AC plugs, receptacles and other contacts

I just remodeled my audio room which included stripping old wallpaper, sanding, painting, Wainscoting, etc., -- you know, the usual MESS!

While I have the room empty, I want to clean the inside of my AC outlet contact points, my AC cord plugs etc.

What have you found to be the best cleaner for this application? I plan to use Caig Pro Gold after I clean them. I thought I remembered a publication recommending some sort sanding or slightly abrasive sheet on AC plugs prior to applying any Caig type treatment but I cannot recall the name. Do any of you use such a thing?

Any opinions on now you clean the electrical contacts (and/or treat them afterwards) or insides of the AC or IEC receptacles or your RCA connections and the products you prefer will be appreciated.

Thanks.

Frank
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HiFiTime, ProGold (now Deoxit Gold G5) does not have metal particles, it is a proprietary deoxidant for plated contacts.Use it sparingly and clean any excess with cotton swabs or sponge-tipped makeup swabs.

Fmpnd, Deoxit Gold GN5 (notice the extra "N'' contains a quick drying, no drip solvent. It can be safely sprayed inside outlets, but a blast of compressed air before and after Deoxit treatment is a good idea.

I understand that Parts Express and other electronic vendors sell inexpensive compressed air aerosol cans (mostly to clean computer keyboards).

Eoxit/Progold is the pro-sound industry standard contact cleaner/deoxidant/protector.
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