Part Drying

After cleaning the part(s), it necessary to dry them of any solvent used in the cleaning step. This may be done in several ways, but a few recommended methods follow:

For all parts, be sure there is an absorbent cloth (disposable or otherwise) or container underneath the part to catch the solvent being cleaned off.

Shop air - if you have shop air in your facility, this would be the most-ideal way to air-dry the parts. This is not a replacement for air drying, but will speed up the process. Once finished using compressed air, let the part sit out for 30 minutes to air dry.
Air Compressor - If you do not have shop air, an air compressor would be the next-best solution. However, be aware that air compressors are fairly loud. This is not a replacement for air drying, but will speed up the process. Once finished using compressed air, let the part sit out for 30 minutes to air dry.	Air Compressor. This is for sample purposes only, and is not a recommendation or endorsement of any brand of air compressor.
Air Drying - Simply leave the part sitting on a paper towel until it is dry. This can take at least 60 minutes.