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Is it safe to run computers for long periods of time in very cold environments?

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Mar 15, 202610902 views
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I have a CNC (a computer-controlled milling machine) in my garage. The garage is not heated, and the temperature goes down to -25°C (-13°F) some days in January. If I keep my computer, an old desktop, on all the time, could the low temperatures cause problems or damage it? No drastic temperature ch…

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Operation There are several issues with operation of electronic equipment in low temperatures: Sudden change of temperature causes mechanical stress as components thaw and freeze again repeatedly. This can cause electrical contacts to weaken, heatsi…

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