Is UV Light from LED Bulbs Harmful to PS2 Slim's ABS Plastic and Rubber?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the potential effects of UV light from LED bulbs and indirect sunlight on the ABS plastic and rubber components of a PS2 Slim 90000 console. Participants explore concerns about damage to the materials over time due to UV exposure.

Discussion Character

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  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses concern that UV light, both from LED bulbs and indirect sunlight, could dry out and damage the ABS plastic and rubber parts of the PS2 Slim.
  • Another participant suggests that most plastics contain UV resisting additives and downplays the risk unless the device is directly exposed to sunlight for extended periods.
  • A participant reiterates the concern about indirect sunlight and its potential to make the materials fragile and brittle, emphasizing that the door of the house is open and light enters.
  • One participant questions which designers are being referred to and states that UV is present throughout the house.
  • A later reply clarifies the types of UV radiation, noting that UVA can penetrate glass and may damage finishes, while UVB does not pass through glass. They suggest covering the console when not in use if direct sunlight exposure is a concern.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus. There are competing views regarding the extent of UV damage and the effectiveness of protective measures.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about the effectiveness of UV resisting additives in plastics and the specific conditions of UV exposure remain unresolved. The discussion does not clarify the specific types of LED bulbs in use or their UV output.

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I have a PS2 Slim 90000 and its case is ABS plastic and it has rubber parts, this device is located on a wooden table, the lights with UV in my house and the sunlight coming into the house will dry out, crack and damage the ABS plastic and the rubber of this device? my house uses LED bulb
 
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Most plastics are mixed with UV resisting additives, I wouldn't worry about it if it isn't directly irradiated with sunlight for long periods of time
 
It is not directly in the sunlight but some light from indirect sunlight enters the houses and this light has UV that dries out the ABS plastic and the rubber used in these devices making them fragile and brittle? the door of the house is open it is not dark the clarit light of the sun, i have ps 2 slim 90000 and tvs crt
 
gamer87 said:
It is not directly in the sunlight but some light from indirect sunlight enters the houses and this light has UV that dries out the ABS plastic and the rubber used in these devices making them fragile and brittle? the door of the house is open it is not dark the clarit light of the sun, i have ps 2 slim 90000 and tvs crt
I am sure the designers have considered normal uv exposure.
 
which designers? I don't have any information but UV is everywhere in the house
 
You are getting answers. Then not accepting them. Final word on the subject, using somewhat simplified terms.

UV is not just "one" kind of electromagnetic radiation. The kind that gets inside has to come though glass.
The types outside are called UVA, UVB, and (sometimes) UVC. UVA can get through window glass. Other types, no. UVA can damage finishes when the surface is in direct sun light. Is this clear to you?

Away from the window the risk almost non-existent. UVA is the least damaging type to surface finishes of the UV we have outside. UVB causes sunburn and really damages polymers in finishes. But. It does not get through window glass.

If you want to be very safe find a thick cloth cover and cover the console when not in use. Only in the case where you have direct sunlight on your device is this necessary.
 
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