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Cleaning laser lens; good idea?

I'm assuming that over time, dust and grit will slowly accumulate on the laser lens of CD (and DVD) players, given that the laser faces upwards, and dust will cling to CD's.
How and when does this become a problem, and is there an easy and safe way to remove this build-up?
carl109
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drummermitchell
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All the Techs I've chatted with don't use CD lens cleaners,
or camera lens cleaners(alchohol of any sort.
what they use is a Q TIP WITH WARM WATER(Distilled preferably)
I've used this method a couple of times over the years and
NO PROBLEMS.
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usblues
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Is that brush made from organic or synthetic bristles E?Thanks,Bob
carl109 OP
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A make-up brush is a great idea, although I might get the wife to buy it for me; might get some odd looks!
I would assume natural fibres would be better, as synthetic might cause a static charge on the disc and attract more dust.
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tabl10s
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Horse hair is used for camera lenses. make sure the bristles are not touched.
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thuan98
117 posts
 
Check out the reviews on amazon about Allsop CD lens cleaner - It has great reviews, cheap and you can use it for CD player in your cars too.
I just ordered one, not arrive yet
buyfast1
18 posts
 
Questions,

Has anyone used the Allsop cd cleaner, model 23321 ultra Pro Carbon-Edge dvd and cd drive cleaner?

Will these type of cd cleaners harm the player?
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rja
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Hair for brush should come from male Harbin-Kolinsky tail harvested in winter.
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