Retr0brite

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		+	*'''A1k.org:''' Luzypher, AMike, Kristian95 - Original idea.
		+	*''''''OldSkool UK/EAB/Amibay:'''''' Rkauer, Merlin, Zetr0 - worked out actual composition of the plastic and identified the chemistry behind the process.
		+	*'''EAB:''' Tobyyeb, Magno Boots - Discovered that "Oxy" laundry booster can be used.
	==References==		==References==

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Contents 1 Retr0brite 2 Short summary of the science behind the process 3 What you will need 4 The process 5 Further reading 6 Credits 7 References

Retr0brite

Retr0brite is the name given to a very special plastic case restoration process developed between many different people within the Retro community. It is a process that can reverse the yellowing of plastics and restore your classic/retro computer system to their former glory.

Short summary of the science behind the process

What you will need

• Hydrogen Peroxide (10-15% recommended)
• TAED (1.5 grammes per litre), or Vanish Oxy (1.2 teaspoonful per gallon)
• UB bulb (Maplins product code L31AF)
• Tank to hold the liquid that is large enough to submerse the plastic casing

The process

Further reading

Credits

• A1k.org: Luzypher, AMike, Kristian95 - Original idea.
• 'OldSkool UK/EAB/Amibay:' Rkauer, Merlin, Zetr0 - worked out actual composition of the plastic and identified the chemistry behind the process.
• EAB: Tobyyeb, Magno Boots - Discovered that "Oxy" laundry booster can be used.

References