Case whitening - Revision history

Unknown user: /* Process */

2023-01-04T19:34:31Z

Process

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	# Carefully remove the Dreamcast logo sticker from the lid and labels on the bottom, if desired		# Carefully remove the Dreamcast logo sticker from the lid and labels on the bottom, if desired
	## The whitening process WILL discolor stickers if they aren't removed		## The whitening process WILL discolor stickers if they aren't removed
	# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the ~~brightening~~ solution		# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the whitening solution
	# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags or some other clear, enclosed container so that the yellowed surfaces are all facing upwards		# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags or some other clear, enclosed container so that the yellowed surfaces are all facing upwards
	# Leave the bag(s)/container in full sun on warm days or under a UV light in a warm area for 8 to 24 hours of exposure, checking on their progress every few hours		# Leave the bag(s)/container in full sun on warm days or under a UV light in a warm area for 8 to 24 hours of exposure, checking on their progress every few hours

Unknown user: /* Products */

2023-01-04T19:33:15Z

Products

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	=== Retr0bright ===		=== Retr0bright ===

	The DIY Retr0bright solution consist of hydrogen peroxide and a TAED-based laundry booster.<ref name="retrobright"/><ref>''[https://www.retr0bright.com/make.html] ~~retr0bright~~''</ref>		The DIY Retr0bright solution consist of hydrogen peroxide and a TAED-based laundry booster.<ref name="retrobright"/><ref>''[https://www.retr0bright.com/make.html] Retr0bright make''</ref>

	=== Retro-Brite ===		=== Retro-Brite ===
	[https://retro-brite.com/ Retro-Brite] is a spray-on gel which may be purchased from Amazon.		[https://retro-brite.com/ Retro-Brite] is a spray-on gel which may be purchased from Amazon.

	== Process ==		== Process ==

Unknown user at 19:32, 4 January 2023

2023-01-04T19:32:54Z

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	== Why Dreamcast Plastic Yellows ==		== Why Dreamcast Plastic Yellows ==

	Dreamcast cases are made from ABS, and ABS is known for turning yellow when exposed to UV of sunlight and/or excessive heat.<ref name="retrobright">''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retr0bright] Retr0bright''</ref> The yellow color becomes more apparent because the standard base color of the plastic is a light gray which contrasts against the yellow.		Dreamcast cases are made from ABS, and ABS is known for turning yellow when exposed to UV of sunlight and/or excessive heat.<ref name="retrobright">''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retr0bright] Retr0bright Wiki''</ref> The yellow color becomes more apparent because the standard base color of the plastic is a light gray which contrasts against the yellow.

	== Products ==		== Products ==
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	=== Retr0bright ===		=== Retr0bright ===

	The DIY Retr0bright solution consist of hydrogen peroxide and a TAED-based laundry booster.<ref name="retrobright"/>		The DIY Retr0bright solution consist of hydrogen peroxide and a TAED-based laundry booster.<ref name="retrobright"/><ref>''[https://www.retr0bright.com/make.html] retr0bright''</ref>

	=== Retro-Brite ===		=== Retro-Brite ===

Unknown user: /* DIY */

2023-01-04T19:29:49Z

DIY

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	== Products ==		== Products ==

	=== ~~DIY~~ ===		=== Retr0bright ===

	DIY ~~solutions~~ consist of hydrogen peroxide and a TAED-based laundry booster.<ref name="retrobright"/>		The DIY Retr0bright solution consist of hydrogen peroxide and a TAED-based laundry booster.<ref name="retrobright"/>

	=== Retro-Brite ===		=== Retro-Brite ===

Unknown user: /* Process */

2023-01-04T19:25:59Z

Process

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	# Disassemble the plastic case into the bottom shell, top shell, CD lid, controller port cover, and buttons; set aside all electronics		# Disassemble the plastic case into the bottom shell, top shell, CD lid, controller port cover, and buttons; set aside all electronics
	# Carefully remove the Dreamcast logo sticker from the lid and labels on the bottom, if desired		# Carefully remove the Dreamcast logo sticker from the lid and labels on the bottom, if desired
	## The ~~brightening~~ process WILL discolor stickers if they aren't removed		## The whitening process WILL discolor stickers if they aren't removed
	# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the brightening solution		# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the brightening solution
	# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags or some other clear, enclosed container so that the yellowed surfaces are all facing upwards		# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags or some other clear, enclosed container so that the yellowed surfaces are all facing upwards

Unknown user: /* Process */

2023-01-04T18:51:51Z

Process

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	# Remove all pieces from bag(s), rinse with tap water, and let dry		# Remove all pieces from bag(s), rinse with tap water, and let dry
	# The process may be repeated if more whitening is desired		# The process may be repeated if more whitening is desired
	# Once satisfied, reassemble your Dreamcast		# Once satisfied, reassemble your Dreamcast and reattach logo sticker and labels
	<br>		<br>
	[[File:Yellowed Dreamcast.jpg\|frameless\|Yellowed Dreamcast]] ->		[[File:Yellowed Dreamcast.jpg\|frameless\|Yellowed Dreamcast]] ->

Unknown user: /* Why Dreamcast Plastic Yellows */

2023-01-04T18:50:17Z

Why Dreamcast Plastic Yellows

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	== Why Dreamcast Plastic Yellows ==		== Why Dreamcast Plastic Yellows ==

	Dreamcast cases are made from ABS, and ABS is known for turning yellow when exposed to UV or excessive heat.<ref name="retrobright">''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retr0bright] Retr0bright''</ref> The yellow color becomes more apparent because the standard base color of the plastic is a light gray.		Dreamcast cases are made from ABS, and ABS is known for turning yellow when exposed to UV of sunlight and/or excessive heat.<ref name="retrobright">''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retr0bright] Retr0bright''</ref> The yellow color becomes more apparent because the standard base color of the plastic is a light gray which contrasts against the yellow.

	== Products ==		== Products ==

Unknown user: /* Process */

2023-01-04T18:48:27Z

Process

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	# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the brightening solution		# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the brightening solution
	# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags or some other clear, enclosed container so that the yellowed surfaces are all facing upwards		# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags or some other clear, enclosed container so that the yellowed surfaces are all facing upwards
	# Leave the bag(s) in full sun on warm days or under a UV light in a warm area for 8 to 24 hours of exposure, checking on their progress every few hours		# Leave the bag(s)/container in full sun on warm days or under a UV light in a warm area for 8 to 24 hours of exposure, checking on their progress every few hours
	# Remove all pieces from bag(s), rinse with tap water, and let dry		# Remove all pieces from bag(s), rinse with tap water, and let dry
	# The process may be repeated if more whitening is desired		# The process may be repeated if more whitening is desired

Unknown user: /* Process */

2023-01-04T18:48:01Z

Process

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	## The brightening process WILL discolor stickers if they aren't removed		## The brightening process WILL discolor stickers if they aren't removed
	# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the brightening solution		# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the brightening solution
	# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags so that the yellowed surfaces are all ~~visible from one side of the bag~~		# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags or some other clear, enclosed container so that the yellowed surfaces are all facing upwards
	# Leave the bag(s) in full sun on warm days or under a UV light in a warm area for 8 to 24 hours of exposure, checking on their progress every few hours		# Leave the bag(s) in full sun on warm days or under a UV light in a warm area for 8 to 24 hours of exposure, checking on their progress every few hours
	# Remove all pieces from bag(s), rinse with tap water, and let dry		# Remove all pieces from bag(s), rinse with tap water, and let dry

Unknown user at 18:45, 4 January 2023

2023-01-04T18:45:28Z

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	The plastic case of the Dreamcast is prone to yellowing, but there are products available to help whiten it.		The plastic case of the Dreamcast is prone to yellowing, but there are products available to help whiten it.

	== Retro-Brite ==		== Why Dreamcast Plastic Yellows ==
	[https://retro-brite.com/ Retro-Brite] is a spray-on gel. Do the following to whiten ~~using this product~~:
			Dreamcast cases are made from ABS, and ABS is known for turning yellow when exposed to UV or excessive heat.<ref name="retrobright">''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retr0bright] Retr0bright''</ref> The yellow color becomes more apparent because the standard base color of the plastic is a light gray.

			== Products ==

			=== DIY ===

			DIY solutions consist of hydrogen peroxide and a TAED-based laundry booster.<ref name="retrobright"/>

			=== Retro-Brite ===
			[https://retro-brite.com/ Retro-Brite] is a spray-on gel which may be purchased from Amazon.

			== Process ==
			Do the following to whiten a Dreamcast case:
	# Disassemble the plastic case into the bottom shell, top shell, CD lid, controller port cover, and buttons; set aside all electronics		# Disassemble the plastic case into the bottom shell, top shell, CD lid, controller port cover, and buttons; set aside all electronics
	# Carefully remove the Dreamcast logo sticker from the lid		# Carefully remove the Dreamcast logo sticker from the lid and labels on the bottom, if desired
	# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces		## The brightening process WILL discolor stickers if they aren't removed
			# Put on gloves and spray down every exposed surface of all of the plastic pieces with the brightening solution
	# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags so that the yellowed surfaces are all visible from one side of the bag		# Put each plastic piece into one or more plastic bags so that the yellowed surfaces are all visible from one side of the bag
	# Leave the bag(s) in full sun or under a UV light for 8 to 24 hours, checking on their progress every few hours		# Leave the bag(s) in full sun on warm days or under a UV light in a warm area for 8 to 24 hours of exposure, checking on their progress every few hours
	# Remove all pieces from bag(s), rinse with tap water, and let dry		# Remove all pieces from bag(s), rinse with tap water, and let dry
	# ~~Reassemble~~ your Dreamcast		# The process may be repeated if more whitening is desired
			# Once satisfied, reassemble your Dreamcast
	<br>		<br>
	[[File:Yellowed Dreamcast.jpg\|frameless\|Yellowed Dreamcast]] ->		[[File:Yellowed Dreamcast.jpg\|frameless\|Yellowed Dreamcast]] ->
	[[File:Whitened Dreamcast.jpg\|frameless\|Whitened Dreamcast]]		[[File:Whitened Dreamcast.jpg\|frameless\|Whitened Dreamcast]]
	<br>		<br>

			== References ==
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