Can Electrostatic Induction Remove Dust Under an iPod Screen?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the feasibility of using electrostatic induction to remove dust from beneath an iPod screen without disassembling the device. Participants explore theoretical and practical aspects of this method, as well as alternative approaches to cleaning.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests using electrostatic induction by rubbing a pen with hair to attract dust particles, questioning its effectiveness given the screen's thickness.
  • Another participant raises concerns about the plastic layer potentially hindering the induction process, noting that plastic does not conduct electricity.
  • A different participant warns that applying electrostatic charge could damage the iPod's internal components.
  • There is a suggestion to use compressed air as an alternative method for removing dust, although the mechanics of how this works are questioned.
  • Some participants express uncertainty about the material of the screen, with conflicting claims about whether it is glass or plastic.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the effectiveness of electrostatic induction for dust removal, and there are multiple competing views regarding the material of the screen and the best cleaning method.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the properties of the screen material and the implications of using electrostatic methods, highlighting the potential risks involved without resolving these aspects.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in DIY electronics maintenance, particularly those dealing with dust issues in devices like iPods.

Kushal
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hi... actually, i got dust under my ipod screen,,, I've been searching for was to remove it without getting it naked...

so i thought of electrostatic induction... i thought that, rbbing a pen with my hairs and then approaching it to my screen, the dust particles would be moving at least from the middle of the screen... I've tried it but with no success...

should it be actually working by theory... btw, the screen is abt 2mm thick.
is there a way to improve what I'm doing?? or is there any suggestion as to remove thye dust without opening the ipod...
 
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the plastic screen might be preveting it.
did you try to do anything about induction with a plastic layer in between? if ur charged object is not very strong it cannot overcome the plastic which holds nearly all the charges because

PLASTIC DOES NOT CONDUCT ELECTRICITY
 
hey lallbatros! was that english? lol i figured the try with compressed @$^&%^$*^ but try at your own risk??

could you just tell me in a way i'll understand! thnx
 
nope, the screen is of glass... and how can i increase the strength of the charged object...
 
Kushal said:
nope, the screen is of glass... and how can i increase the strength of the charged object...

u have an iPod with a glass screen? Is it the original cover or did u replace it with something else?

if it is the original one, I doubt that it is glass...
 
You might actually destroy the ipod's chip when exposing it to an electrostatic charge.

Just blow the dust with compressed air, that should take care of that.
 
now tat I'm a having a closer look, the screen seems like plastic! ooopss

and how does this compressed air method work? thnks
 

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