Humidity control
Feb 28, 2019 22:42:00 #
G. Crook
Loc: Linden, TX
Here in east Texas humidity is a problem (understatement). I have found a way that works well for me. I have two storage areas, one is a closet and the other a large drawer.
I went to Walmart and purchased some “Arm and Hammer Absorber and Oder Eliminater” units. One went in the closet, the other in the camera lens drawer. They run about five dollars, and here they last an average of three to four months, collecting about a pint of water each. Closets dont smell damp and my camera gear is happy.
I went to Walmart and purchased some “Arm and Hammer Absorber and Oder Eliminater” units. One went in the closet, the other in the camera lens drawer. They run about five dollars, and here they last an average of three to four months, collecting about a pint of water each. Closets dont smell damp and my camera gear is happy.
Feb 28, 2019 22:55:25 #
olemikey
Loc: 6 mile creek, Spacecoast Florida
G. Crook wrote:
Here in east Texas humidity is a problem (understa... (show quote)
You gotta fight it anyway you can !! The Damp-rid containers work well too. We have high humidity a good portion of the year, A/C is a big help from April to October, but it's tough in winter too.
Feb 28, 2019 23:22:31 #
Mary-in-FL.com
Loc: Fort Myers, FL
I use the refillable Damp-Rid containers here in Florida. My local Home Depot has the best prices on it.
Mar 1, 2019 07:09:55 #
I live in west-central Florida (Tampa Bay Area). My AC takes care of the humidity during the months when I run it. In the winter, I have a portable dehumidifier (Hisense, with built in pump, bought at Lowe's) that I run when the humidity is high. The Damp Rid containers work too. B&H recently had a very nice RUGGARD, 120liter dehumidifying cabinet on sale. I keep my medium format bodies, lenses, etc, in it.
Mar 1, 2019 08:24:47 #
G. Crook wrote:
Here in east Texas humidity is a problem (understa... (show quote)
Thanks for that. Do you use a hygrometer?
https://smile.amazon.com/s?k=hygrometer&ref=nb_sb_noss_1
Mar 1, 2019 08:59:32 #
The AC takes care of my in home area and like largobob, I have a Hisense portable dehumidifier with an external drain in my garage and on most days I have a 25 to 30 foot wet spot on my driveway. It is hard to believe that it could extract so much moisture from the garage. I would recommend one for the room if you close the door, it will keep the air dry and it cuts off when it reaches the level you desire.
Mar 1, 2019 09:00:45 #
G. Crook
Loc: Linden, TX
jerryc41 wrote:
I do not use a hygrometer. I just replace the A & H units when they fill up. Will look into the product from HD.
Mar 1, 2019 09:04:30 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Jerry.....the meter/gauge will tell you the approximate relative humidity....it won't solve the problem.
Mar 1, 2019 10:27:08 #
Here's a great $11 investment: Digital Hydrometer to see it you have a problem: https://www.amazon.com/ThermoPro-TP50-Digital-Thermometer-Temperature/dp/B01H1R0K68/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1VRCWFCYXHGIP&keywords=hydrometer+digital&qid=1551453874&s=gateway&sprefix=Hydrometer%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&smid=A39VTLCPMNRL3Z
Mar 1, 2019 12:53:42 #
G. Crook wrote:
Here in east Texas humidity is a problem (understa... (show quote)
Great products for anyone who has a humidity problem, whether their concern is photographic gear, other electronic hardware, or anything else susceptible to mold, rot, rust, etc. We're fortunate here in Massachusetts; we only get high humidity occasionally throughout the year and an average of 2 to 3 weeks in the heat of summer. On the other hand we have to endure punishing winters. We're used to it, but that doesn't mean we have to like it.
>Alan
Mar 1, 2019 18:01:23 #
Bananapuppy
Loc: Sunny Tucson, AZ
When I lived in Florida humidity was a problem. So I simply moved to Arizona! Problem solved!
Mar 1, 2019 21:30:59 #
Strodav
Loc: Houston, Tx
Also live in SE Texas. Tried desiccant packets, which don't last very long, but found Damp Rid works fine.
Mar 1, 2019 23:26:56 #
papaluv4gd
Loc: durham,ct
I keep my guns and cameras in an old school locker.I put small dent in the top of the door near the hinge to let a lamp cord fit in without pinching.I use a product called a golden rod. Looks like what it sounds like. About 7/8" dia. x" long depending on your need.Very low wattage heater that barely gets hot to the touch.Keeps the inside air nice and dry. we get lot's of humidity in CT. this thing works fine.
Mar 2, 2019 01:30:54 #
I would very highly recommend the 'Ruggard' Electronic Dry Cabinet range.
Living at the edge of a rain forest with extremely high humidity year round I have had one of these now for 6 months and to just see both cameras and all lenses sat in it at 40%RH is so reassuring.
Living at the edge of a rain forest with extremely high humidity year round I have had one of these now for 6 months and to just see both cameras and all lenses sat in it at 40%RH is so reassuring.
Mar 2, 2019 06:17:18 #
G. Crook wrote:
Here in east Texas humidity is a problem (understa... (show quote)
Arm and Hammer Absorber and Oder Eliminater is a plastic tub containing baking soda
(sodium bicarbonate) and calicium chloride. The latter absorbs water---the container will
accumulate liquid.
Calcium cholide promotes corrosion of manymetals (ferrous, copper, brass)
if it comes into contact. So be very careful not to spill the liquid. This also goes
for other calcium chlrodide dehymidifier products: DampRid, Dry-z-Air, etc.
The baking soda is to absorb odors--not important in this application. You are
paying for it, but it's not costly and doesn't do any harm. It does raise the
pH of the solution, which could actually make it less corrosive to ferrous metals.
Any chemical dehumidifier has a limited capacity and will need to be replace.
It will work better and last longer in a hermetically sealed container (such as
a kitchen food storage container).
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