Material saftey data on WD40.
http://www.vercounty.org/MSDS/Tech Services/WD-40.pdf
It's basically 90% hazoardous materials and only 10% non hazardous. Interestingly enough I found a site claiming it has no kerosene or silicone (many have said it does), but I'm not sure their info is correct, since they quote no actual data.
It's basically 25% petroleum based oil though, which has a smell and consistency very similar to kerosene. I've used both for cleaning bike and car parts and they are very similar.
It may use something else to disipate water and lubricatre, but it IS mostly solvent, very flammable, and leaves an oily residue. That's not the kind of thing I want on my electronics. Some use it on locks, but it can gum them up due to dirt it attracts. I use powedered graphite in mine, like locksmiths do.
If that's not enough for you, they actually MAKE a product that IS for electrocis cleaning with the claim of no residue and quick drying, which is what you want for electronics.
http://wd40specialist.com/products/contact-cleaner/
Gizmodo did a dos/don'ts list, advising against use on computer parts just due to deterioration of plastric parts. There ARE other reasons not to use it on electronics though.
http://gizmodo.com/5932262/10-surprising-uses-for-wd-40-and-5-places-it-should-never-be-sprayed
@ OneMoar,
You really like to be a tool don't you? You need to get a clue that hand operated peripherals are VERY personal preference items, therefore most like to find one that has a familiar fit and feel, and hope that it lasts well.
I'm well aware I am limited to the time reamaining on my G400 warranty, I'm primarily concerned about projected longevity of the item itself. You say waranties mean shite, but the fact is, if this one hadn't had a 3 yr vs 2, I wouldn't even HAVE a replacement option. Stick that in your troll bag!
I really don't give a shit about your opinion anymore, so you've pretty much outlived your usefulness on this thread. I'm about an inch away from using something I rarely do, the ignore list.
Furthermore Logitech has not been all that easy to deal with on this matter. Their phone support person was lolly gagging and waffling, then I had to wait for a response with the email after asking if they had a G400S or G500S when a G402 was offered. The response never came, the questrion was never answered.
I just got another email asking again if I want the G402, as if they totally ignored my question. It's like they're stuck with a lot of these that people aren't buying and want to get rid of them. I just responded saying to go ahead and send the G402, since they're not answering my question.
Are you fucking happy now asshole? I've officially jumped on the modern mouse hype train like you, as if customer preferences and quality control should take a backseat to bells and whistles.
