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Q
Please explain about maintenance of the discharging needle.
A
The tip of the discharging needle used in the ionizer can become dirty after repeated use. If this
discharging needle contamination becomes severe enough, the amount of ions generated will
deteriorate, resulting in reduced static charge elimination capability. It can also lead to poor ion
balance. Accordingly, perform periodic cleaning.
Before cleaning
Photos of discharging needle (reference)
Discharging Needle Contamination
Operating Life of Discharging Needle
After cleaning
Remark: Comparative photos using the blow type. (Contamination and wear state may vary depending on
application conditions.)
Cleaning, replacement, and other maintenance is required for the ionizer discharging needle.
Repeated use of corona discharge can cause wear on the tip of the discharging needle after a long
period of use. Since discharging needle wear can cause deterioration of performance, periodic
maintenance is required. While the operating life of the discharging needle depends on the material
used for the needle and on application conditions, in general a tungsten needle is recommended to
be replaced at around 10000 hours.
Discharging Needle Cleaning Method
If there is black or white residue on the tip of the discharging needle, use a cotton swab soaked in
alcohol, or the brush provided with the fan type, to clean it off.
To ensure optimal ionizer performance, maintenance of the discharging needle is needed.(For
details, see pp. 9-10.)