silvercreek
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I live in a high humidity area especially in the summer months. How many of you keep the little container of desiccant in your camera bags? Anyone have a good source for the appropriate size desiccant for a camera bag?
Do you routinely use desiccant in your camera bag?
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Scott Murray
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During the build up we regularly get high humidity but I have never heard of this product so I too am interested in hearing what other have to say.
Never used desiccant packets in a camera bag, but i have used them quite a bit when I was storing A/V equipment in a storage unit. Ordered a bunch from Uline -
Silica Gel Desiccants in Stock - ULINE
Silica Gel Desiccants in Stock - ULINE
Phillydog1958
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I've never actually purchased these, but I hear that they're great. Check out the reviews. They can be re-used by being placed in the oven.
Amazon.com: Pelican 1500D Peli Desiccant Silica 1500-500-000: Home Improvement
Amazon.com: Pelican 1500D Peli Desiccant Silica 1500-500-000: Home Improvement
silvercreek
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Every once in a while when you buy an electronic gadget it comes with a small bag of desiccant that's there to help keep the moisture from getting into the equipment. I'm sure you see it and wondered what it was for. I would imagine it would be best to use it with a camera. I use desiccant with my rifle scope when I've been out in the rain or high humidity while hunting. Moisture will find its way into anything that isn't hermetically sealed.
silvercreek
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Double post. Sorry! How did that happen? Who me?
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silvercreek
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triple post. Sorry!
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silvercreek
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Scott Murray
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I will be definitely keeping the ones I get now from home and work.
Nikon Photographer
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Been using them for years, never had a problem with damp or fungus on any of my gear
silvercreek
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Somersetscott
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New footware boxes usually have a few pouches in 
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silvercreek
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New footware boxes usually have a few pouches in
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Those small pouches don't last long. They are mainly for things while they are being stored before purchasing. You need the kind that can be dried out in an oven and re-used.
silvercreek
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I think I may have found something even better. A rechargeable dehumidifier. I ordered one and will see how well it works.
The one I mentioned in a previous post works but it must be put in an oven at 300 degrees for 3 hours to dry it out and it only lasts a week before having to do it over again.
The one I mentioned in a previous post works but it must be put in an oven at 300 degrees for 3 hours to dry it out and it only lasts a week before having to do it over again.
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ABN Panzer
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I know this is an old post but wanted to ffer another option.
I just picked up an 8lb bag of Silica Cat Litter (Amazon.com: Amazing Cat Litter - 8 lbs.: Pet Supplies)
$18 for 8lbs (3.6kg)
It is 100% silica pellets (No additional additives) and is 'rechargeable' similar to before mentioned options.
I've simply created my own dessicant packs using staples and Coffee filters.
Does everyone need 8 LBS of this? More than likely not. I, however, found it cheaper than buying some of the other options especially when I am using them for Firearm safes, other optics and electronics. Depending on your gear & humidity... you could make a sizeable packet for each item.
Just wanted to offer another thought/option.
I just picked up an 8lb bag of Silica Cat Litter (Amazon.com: Amazing Cat Litter - 8 lbs.: Pet Supplies)
$18 for 8lbs (3.6kg)
It is 100% silica pellets (No additional additives) and is 'rechargeable' similar to before mentioned options.
I've simply created my own dessicant packs using staples and Coffee filters.
Does everyone need 8 LBS of this? More than likely not. I, however, found it cheaper than buying some of the other options especially when I am using them for Firearm safes, other optics and electronics. Depending on your gear & humidity... you could make a sizeable packet for each item.
Just wanted to offer another thought/option.
silvercreek
Senior Member
That's a great idea! I wasn't aware that kitty litter was good for that.