Static Build Up On Record Surface

Yep, any more than 2 spins on my 16.5 causes problems, though a Zerostat will eliminate the static. There is a further discussion of other static sources on the "tech talk" board.

Confirming 4Yanks and Nrchy comments. Also, the 16.5's owner's manual cautions the user about static buildup if the record is over-vacuumed. I recall the manual indicating that more than two revs may cause static.

Regards
Jim

Thanks for the suggestions.
I live in Sacramento , Ca. and the climate is very dry.

When I remove the vpi cleaning fluid from the record surface I allow 1 rotatation of the platter before I shut down the motor. This completely removes the fluid but, this allows about an additional 1/2 rotation of the platter before the record cleaning machine comes to a halt and the vacuum tube lifts, Is this to much?

I have tried an ESD grounding strap to decrease the potential static build up. This seem to help somewhat but... it still does not solve the problem. Is there a grounding strap that is available that will enable me to ground myself to the earth ground of my home wiring?

Before you drive yourself crazy with grounding straps, holding on to a ground wire and putting down different flooring, try the Zerostat as was recommended previously. Cheap, painless and relatively inexpensive.

The 1 1/2 revolutions on the vacuum cycle is not really enough to cause all the static problem you seem to have. The dry climate is probably a major factor. Are you using a regular compressor A/C system or an evaporative cooler? A swamp cooler might give you a a little moisture so you're not bone dry (and, therefore, not as much static) and is alot cheaper to run, too.


Regards
Jim

get some Gruv-Glide. http://www.musicdirect.com/product/73619

You will love it.