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Title: Lubrication Syringe vs. Tube?
Post by: FloFoer94 on Tue, 22 August 2017, 06:48:28
So i was looking at candykeys new offer for lubrication stuff (Here: https://www.candykeys.com/product-category/lubrication/ (https://www.candykeys.com/product-category/lubrication/))
Just wondering since i'm a noob at this: What is the advantage of lube in a syringe vs. a tube? What is more recommended?
I want to lube the stabilizers on my Magicforce 68, since i heard this is somewhat (partially) possible without desoldering the board.
Title: Re: Lubrication Syringe vs. Tube?
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 22 August 2017, 16:59:14
I have had a tube of this for a few years and am finally at the bottom of it, I need to order a new one.

Great product and spectacularly easy to use.

https://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=access,misc&pid=mechlube (https://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=access,misc&pid=mechlube)
Title: Re: Lubrication Syringe vs. Tube?
Post by: eksuen on Tue, 22 August 2017, 17:28:30
I just use a toothpick. I squeeze some onto the tip of a toothpick and apply where I want.
Title: Re: Lubrication Syringe vs. Tube?
Post by: jcoffin1981 on Tue, 22 August 2017, 19:49:05
You are using very minute amounts so the syringe is superior in my opinion.  The syringe allows more precise application, but what is better is to squeeze a small amount into a clean container and apply with toothpick.  Either way the syringe is probably better.
Title: Re: Lubrication Syringe vs. Tube?
Post by: cmc on Tue, 22 August 2017, 19:55:11
For switches/guides, I've used a small paintbrush, which lets you apply a very thin layer of lube consistently.  But I used the syringe directly for the stabs.