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    Why do large collections of dust always build up in fan covers after long periods of use?

    Question #79459. Asked by star_gazer. (Apr 25 07 11:03 AM)


    blusuzyq_

    		this is caused by centrifugal force

    Apr 25 07, 11:33 AM
    Yaarbiriah

    		Flow of air moving over the grid and blades produces a static charge which attracts the dust

    Apr 25 07, 12:01 PM
    lanfranco

    		If you're feeling frustrated by this problem, star_gazer, I recommend a feather duster, regularly applied. People with allergies to both dust and feathers can use a synthetic substitute.

    Apr 25 07, 4:34 PM
    MonkeyOnALeash

    		Synthetic dust?

    Apr 25 07, 6:45 PM
    lanfranco

    		Alas, Monkey, so far as I know, there is no synthetic substitute for dust. Only for feathers.

    Though that does raise some interesting questions. In an entirely artificial environment, would we need to create synthetic dust for any reason?

    Apr 25 07, 6:55 PM
    MonkeyOnALeash

    		Only if one would be inhaling with Synthetic Lungs and a Synthetic nose!

    Apr 25 07, 7:16 PM
    salami_swami

    		Another way to solve your problem is to get rid of your fan.
    salami_swami

    Apr 26 07, 4:43 PM

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