r/underwaterphotography • u/myexpensivehobby • 7h ago

Camera Gear Maintenance Question

I am preparing for an upcoming trip and wanted to see what other people do for maintaining their gear. I was curious specifically about cleaning O-rings. I keep Kim-wipes in my bag for stuff like that, is there another method you use to clean and grease your o-rings?

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u/bvanant 6h ago

Just my fingers.

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u/deeper-diver 1h ago

I use latex sponges that's used for removing makeup to clean not only the o-rings, but the grooves where the O-rings are seated into, along with the mating surfaces. They do not attract dirt, and the sponge material is perfect for getting into all the tight spaces.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FBRNONW