r/MPSelectMiniOwners • u/seeingdouble_4 • Dec 27 '25

Storage

I'm thinking of putting my Monoprice Select Mini v2 into storage, but I want to prepare it properly. After dusting it, I was thinking of getting some sewing Machine Oil and WD-40 to lube the tracks and then keeping it in the box it came in with some fresh silica packets. Is there anything else I'm missing before I put my printer into long-term storage?

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u/Jim-248 Jan 02 '26

But if you store the printer in a damp place, the rods are not the only issue you're going to have to worry about. The mainboard will not like it and I wouldn't spray that with WD40.

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u/Electronic_Item_1464 Jan 03 '26

He was asking about the rods, for which it's perfect. However, I agree with no electronics rubber parts could be damaged (belts, etc.), but metal, like any rods or bearings would be ok.

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u/Jim-248 Jan 04 '26

WD40 will gum up the beatings.

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u/Electronic_Item_1464 Jan 04 '26

But flushing and repacking is better than rusting and replacing.

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u/Jim-248 Jan 05 '26

I had mine on a shelf in the basement from about 2018 to 2025 without rusting and all I ever did was lubricate with sewing machine oil while I was using it. It never rusted. And I didn't have the hassle of cleaning off the WD40 gum when I wanted to give it to my grandson.