How long does TIM last in the tube?

[thenewguy001]

I have a small 4g tube of MX-2 thermal compound sitting in my fridge since last year. I used 3 kernels of it seating 3 cpus and I won't be using it again probably for another year at least given the diminishing returns as opposed to cost of upgrading for the foreseeable future. There's still 3g+ left in there.

Does anyone know how long the paste lasts in storage? If I bring it out to use 1 or 2 years from now would it still be good? I couldn't find anything on google or Artic Cooling's website. If it's gonna spoil, I'll consider selling it for a couple of bucks for whomever wants it in my local area

 

[enaberif]

I've used thermal paste sitting on my desk for over a year with no consequences.

 

[Eldonko]

I think it will be fine, I have tubes of as5 from 4 years ago that are still ok.

 

[lowfat]

I am still using a tube of ceramique from 5+ years ago :haha: Those big ass tubes last a long time.

 

[Squeetard]

Tim stays in the tube til I let him out.

 

[Lpfan4ever]

Tim stays in the tube til I let him out.

Awesome. I think it will stay good for a while if you keep it closed properly.

 

[thenewguy001]

Cool. I won't worry then. Thanks