verifying the type of alcohol for cleaning attys

[erikalin]

Can someone just verify that its regular rubbing alcohol that people use to clean attys? I know there are many methods of cleaning attys, so I'm not looking for all the different methods, just hoping to verify that it's isopropyl alcohol ("rubbing alcohol") that is used by people who clean attys with alcohol.
Is that right? Thanks for answering. Happy vaping.

 

[WomanOfHeart]

I always use 91% Isopropyl Alcohol. Cleans out the gunk, evaporates completely and doesn't leave behind any smell.

 

[Curlygirl27]

Yes, rubbing alchohol... and preferably the 91%. I have seen that some people on here use everclear or vodka but that just seems like a waste of liquor to me.

 

[Lisa B]

I agree with womanofheart, 91% is the kind I use as well, there is a good video by coz on it but I have no idea where to find the link, maybe search u-tube or the stickies. Hopefully someone comes along that knows where to find it.

 

[WomanOfHeart]

Found 'em!

Cartridge Maintenance
Atomizer Maintenance

 

[Lisa B]

Thank you I got side tracked with another new member running out of juice, got that solved.

 

[WomanOfHeart]

Thank you I got side tracked with another new member running out of juice, got that solved.

But that's how it's supposed to work around here! You get sidetracked with another new person, and someone else handles another new person. Good stuff!

 

[AttyPops]

I use 91% Isopropyl Alcohol - I don't use the term "rubbing alcohol" since it can cause confusion: some products/formulations may contain oils or fragrances if they are used topically and people mistakenly call it "rubbing alcohol". Get the medical grade ISO stuff. Isopropanol. The ingredient list should be Isopropyl Alcohol, Water AND THAT'S IT.

ethanol (grain alcohol) is OK too.

From the wiki on this date/time:
The term "rubbing alcohol" has become a general non-specific term for either isopropyl alcohol (isopropanol) or ethyl alcohol (ethanol) rubbing-alcohol products. The confusion comes from the greater popularity of isopropyl rubbing alcohol, and as a result, individuals requesting "rubbing alcohol" generally expect and get an isopropyl alcohol product.

Also, make sure you blow out the atty, and let it evaporate or dry-burn a bit.

 

[Lisa B]

But that's how it's supposed to work around here! You get sidetracked with another new person, and someone else handles another new person. Good stuff!

That's how we got helped when we first started...lol

 

[KissMint]

Can i use 91% Isopropyl Alcohol for cartomizers? I don't know if they sell everclear in PA, my hunch..no.

 

[WomanOfHeart]

That I'm not too entirely sure about. Part of me wants to say no, just boil them and let them dry overnight. I use the Mega cartos and I don't think I can clean those out. I could be totally wrong and hopefully someone will correct me if I am!

 

[Goldenkobold]

Vodka, cheap vodka...seems to work well and honestly I can get it for almost as cheap as rubbing alcohol down here.

 

[markfm]

Devil's Kitchen Vodka is 160 proof (80% alcohol), not too pricey.

 

[JonnyVapΣ]

I use 91% isopropyl alcohol to clean everything...including cartomizers. BUT! You must completely rinse out the isopropyl alcohol before using. I wouldn't suggest simply letting it evaporate (tried it). I bought a nice ultrasonic cleaner from Harbor Freight a while back and use that for my final cleaning. Works awesome. And...all the jewelery in the house is shiny, as well as some of my tools, and some of my son's toys, and my grandmother's silver, and...and...and....

 

[KissMint]

Ooh tell me more about the ultrasonic cleaner please. Do you need special cleaning liquid in it or just water? I guess I can use one for jewelery and watches.

I had boiled them before but the filler shrinks. So now I just soaked them in hot tap water and flush with syringe. There slight scent of previous juices in some of them.

 

[TypeOholic]

"Rubbing alcohol" is commonly 60 to 70% isopropyl and contains other things to sooth the skin like aloe and sometimes menthol. Bottles marked Isopropyl Alcohol should also be marked 91% or higher and do not "usually" contain anything other than alcohol and water. Places like Walgreens and Rite Aid sell 99% iso alcohol and I'm sure other drug stores do too. That is what I would suggest if you can't find grain at a good price. I used 91% iso and have not had any issues with it.

 

[dspin]

I use Denatured Alcohol now. Works much better for me. Blow em out, rinse w/hot tap water (very easy) put them in a bowl, cover w/denatured, 60ml syringe, put through the atty 2-3 times (easy, easy), blow them out, let sit 15-20 min.and ready to go. This stuff dries like right away. Get the denatured that is labeled SLX or able to be used in Marine Stoves. This really takes out stubborn strong juices.
Can't get pure grain alcohol in Ohio

 

[TL1000RSquid]

I use Denatured Alcohol now. Works much better for me. Blow em out, rinse w/hot tap water (very easy) put them in a bowl, cover w/denatured, 60ml syringe, put through the atty 2-3 times (easy, easy), blow them out, let sit 15-20 min.and ready to go. This stuff dries like right away. Get the denatured that is labeled SLX or able to be used in Marine Stoves. This really takes out stubborn strong juices.
Can't get pure grain alcohol in Ohio

That stuff available in places like CVS?

No PGA in NY either but 160proof vodka works just about as good its what I use, and almost as cheap as Iso alcohol.

 

[spider362]

Do you guys reuse your alcohol or just throw it away after one use?

 

[JonnyVapΣ]

Ooh tell me more about the ultrasonic cleaner please. Do you need special cleaning liquid in it or just water? I guess I can use one for jewelery and watches.

I had boiled them before but the filler shrinks. So now I just soaked them in hot tap water and flush with syringe. There slight scent of previous juices in some of them.

I use straight water (yes, did try soap once...yuck). I have the largest model they carry which also heats the tank. I think it's currently on sale for $69 bucks. Can't beat that for a good sized and rather powerful ultrasonic cleaner. The ultrasonic is awesome in that it breaks up some of the caking or build-up from some of the heavier juices.