{"id":44808,"date":"2025-07-22T09:07:42","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T16:07:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.omegasonics.com\/?p=44808"},"modified":"2025-07-22T09:08:16","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T16:08:16","slug":"how-to-clean-asics-and-gpus-from-a-mining-rig-with-an-ultrasonic-cleaner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omegasonics.com\/knowledge-center\/blog\/how-to-clean-asics-and-gpus-from-a-mining-rig-with-an-ultrasonic-cleaner\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Clean Asic and GPU Cards From a Mining Rig With an Ultrasonic Cleaner"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"264\" data-end=\"318\">Ultrasonic Cleaning Procedure for ASICs and GPUs<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"363\">\u26a0\ufe0f <strong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"363\">Important Notes Before You Begin<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"764\">\n<li data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"496\">\n<p data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"496\"><strong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"424\">This process is intended for non-powered devices only.<\/strong> Ensure all components are disconnected from power and fully discharged.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"497\" data-end=\"598\">\n<p data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"598\">Remove all <strong data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"576\">batteries, thermal pads, thermal paste, and plastic fan blades<\/strong> (if not submersible).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"658\">\n<p data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"658\">Never clean devices that are <strong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"657\">actively powered or hot<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"764\">\n<p data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"764\">Only use <strong data-start=\"670\" data-end=\"728\">ultrasonic cleaning equipment designed for electronics<\/strong>, such as those made by Omegasonics.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"766\" data-end=\"769\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"771\" data-end=\"795\">\ud83e\uddf0 Materials Needed:<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"1104\">\n<li data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"858\">\n<p data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"858\">Omegasonics ultrasonic cleaner (40\u202fkHz with sweep frequency)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"917\">\n<p data-start=\"861\" data-end=\"917\">Omegasonics-approved electronics-safe cleaning detergent<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"954\">\n<p data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"954\">Deionized or distilled rinse water<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"997\">\n<p data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"997\">Compressed air (oil-free) or drying oven<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1034\">\n<p data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1034\">Antistatic gloves and work surface<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1081\">\n<p data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1081\">ESD-safe brushes (optional for heavy debris)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1082\" data-end=\"1104\">\n<p data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1104\">Drying rack or trays<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1109\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1141\">\ud83d\udcdd Step-by-Step Procedure:<\/h3>\n<h4 data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1175\"><strong data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1175\">1. Pre-Clean Inspection<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1438\">\n<li data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1220\">\n<p data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1220\">Visually inspect ASIC boards or GPU cards.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1295\">\n<p data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1295\">Remove loose dirt and debris with an antistatic brush or compressed air.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1363\">\n<p data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1363\">Remove fans, thermal pads, or heat sinks (if required for model).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1438\">\n<p data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1438\">Document serial numbers and hardware condition (optional for inventory).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1488\"><strong data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1488\">2. Prepare the Ultrasonic Cleaning Tank<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1770\">\n<li data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1588\">\n<p data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1588\">Fill ultrasonic tank with deionized water and electronics-safe detergent at recommended dilution.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1699\">\n<p data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1699\">Set temperature to <strong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1647\">between 100\u00b0F and 120\u00b0F (37\u201349\u00b0C)<\/strong> \u2014 <strong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1673\">do not exceed 130\u00b0F<\/strong> to protect solder joints.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1770\">\n<p data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1770\">Degas the solution (run ultrasonics without parts for 5\u201310 minutes).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1803\"><strong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1803\">3. Load the Components<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1970\">\n<li data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1899\">\n<p data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1899\">Place ASIC or GPU boards in a <strong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1862\">stainless-steel basket<\/strong>. Boards should not touch each other.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1970\">\n<p data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1970\">Ensure boards are upright or slightly angled to prevent air pockets.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1998\"><strong data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"1998\">4. Cleaning Cycle<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2222\">\n<li data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2041\">\n<p data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2041\">Lower the basket into the cleaning tank.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2122\">\n<p data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2122\">Set the ultrasonic timer for <strong data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2088\">2\u20135 minutes<\/strong> depending on contamination level.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2123\" data-end=\"2222\">\n<p data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2222\">Observe the process. If heavy bubbling occurs around a specific area, shorten the cycle slightly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2241\"><strong data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2241\">5. Rinse<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2524\">\n<li data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2371\">\n<p data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2371\">Remove boards from ultrasonic cleaner and immediately transfer them into a separate <strong data-start=\"2328\" data-end=\"2342\">rinse tank<\/strong> filled with deionized water.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2372\" data-end=\"2443\">\n<p data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2443\">Agitate manually or with a gentle spray to remove detergent residues.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2524\">\n<p data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2524\">Optional: Run a quick ultrasonic rinse cycle with pure water for best results.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2544\"><strong data-start=\"2531\" data-end=\"2544\">6. Drying<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2830\">\n<li data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2633\">\n<p data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2633\">Use <strong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2585\">compressed air (oil-free, dry)<\/strong> to remove water from components and connectors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2751\">\n<p data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2751\">Place boards in a drying chamber or drying room <strong data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2723\">120\u00b0F-<\/strong><strong data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2723\">130\u00b0F<\/strong> at <strong data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2723\">not more than 130\u00b0F (54\u00b0C)<\/strong> for <strong data-start=\"2728\" data-end=\"2750\">at least 6-8 hours<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2830\">\n<p data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2830\">Ensure components are <strong data-start=\"2776\" data-end=\"2794\">completely dry<\/strong> before reassembling or powering on.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 data-start=\"2832\" data-end=\"2860\"><strong data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2860\">7. Final Inspection<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"3074\">\n<li data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2931\">\n<p data-start=\"2863\" data-end=\"2931\">Visually inspect solder joints, connectors, and thermal paste areas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"3001\">\n<p data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"3001\"><strong>Reapply thermal paste and reinstall heat sinks and fans if removed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3074\">\n<p data-start=\"3004\" data-end=\"3074\">Reassemble and re-test using standard diagnostics or hashing software.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3076\" data-end=\"3079\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3103\">\u2705 Tips for Success<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3326\">\n<li data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3164\">\n<p data-start=\"3106\" data-end=\"3164\">Clean similar components in batches for consistent timing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3239\">\n<p data-start=\"3167\" data-end=\"3239\">Use dedicated tanks for rinse vs detergent to avoid cross-contamination.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3240\" data-end=\"3326\">\n<p data-start=\"3242\" data-end=\"3326\">Schedule routine ultrasonic cleanings every <strong data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3300\">2\u20133 months<\/strong> depending on environment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3328\" data-end=\"3331\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3354\">\ud83d\udeab What Not to Do<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3627\">\n<li data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3425\">\n<p data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3425\">Do <strong data-start=\"3360\" data-end=\"3367\">not<\/strong> use flammable solvents or IPA inside the ultrasonic tank.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3426\" data-end=\"3488\">\n<p data-start=\"3428\" data-end=\"3488\">Do <strong data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3438\">not<\/strong> exceed recommended temperature or exposure times.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3489\" data-end=\"3558\">\n<p data-start=\"3491\" data-end=\"3558\">Do <strong data-start=\"3494\" data-end=\"3501\">not<\/strong> submerge batteries or components with active capacitors.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3559\" data-end=\"3627\">\n<p data-start=\"3561\" data-end=\"3627\">Do <strong data-start=\"3564\" data-end=\"3571\">not<\/strong> power the unit before it\u2019s fully dried and reassembled.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr data-start=\"3629\" data-end=\"3632\" \/>\n<h3 data-start=\"3634\" data-end=\"3681\">\ud83d\udcac Need Help Setting Up a Cleaning Station?<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3683\" data-end=\"3872\">Email <strong data-start=\"3689\" data-end=\"3758\"><a class=\"cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"3691\" data-end=\"3756\">omegasonics@omegasonics.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p class=\"excerpt\">Ultrasonic Cleaning Procedure for ASICs and GPUs \u26a0\ufe0f Important Notes Before You Begin This process is intended for non-powered devices only. 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