How To Remove Sticky "Gummy" Coatings From Electronic Devices

[@electronicsNmore]

ATTENTION: When wiping with alcohol, always test a small area first. Stop rubbing the area when you see the gummy film disappear. If the alcohol strips off too much paint, then the only other way is to use a no-scratch pot scrubber with WD-40, and it's a lot of work. Thanks guys!

[@ezz-a-deenmahmoud2322]

I was wondering tho what about the WD-40 smell, it sure has a pretty strong smell and lasts for quite a while as well

[@randygoff9572]

Thanks for the video. I tried Isopropanol and WD-40 both on an older Visio remote. I ended up with a sticky mess worse than what I started with. I tried some Glue-away (by Homeline) I had on hand using the same "spray on cloth and wipe" technique. Wow!! A little elbow grease and all the rubber came off and I was left with a shiny black plastic back on my remote. I let it dry, wiped it off, and there was no odor. For a stubborn rubber coating you may give this goo gone clone a try. Good luck! :-)

[@SunilGupta-ug2zw]

Can I use a sanitizer?

[@musyawirulhaq3361]

can anyone explain, why this happen?

[@jamesnusky6257]

@@musyawirulhaq3361 great question. I guess heat melted the coating. It really worked well as directed.

[@sllawap]

The most important video on the internet.

[@electronicsNmore]

Thanks Phil! Please share the link.

[@lilblackduc7312]

@@electronicsNmore I just shared it. This video will lend itself nicely to people who restore other things like vehicle interiors. Thank you...🇺🇸 👍☕

[@Notfiveo0]

Most sticky plastic is not from a coating, the plastic itself is breaking down and no cleaner or solvent will fix it. I’ve tried every alcohol, solvents, oils you can name…….useless.

[@ProjectFarm]

This is very helpful information. Thank you very much!

[@Justchuck69]

Hello Todd a long time subscriber to both you and Doug here ! I just watched your video on the chinese 18650 lipo batteries and my basic take away was that the weight of the battery is usually very indicative of how much power it has ! Thanks to both of you for posting videos especially at this time ! Keep it up

[@electronicsNmore]

You're welcome! Thanks for all the time and money you put into your latest 18650 testing video!

[@rocphill]

But did it work ? It doesn't work for me, even with lighter fluid !

[@chryoko]

Gasoline, a rag, some elbow grease ! Just did it yesterday on an old multimedia hdd box here . Worked very well with no traces remaining . Did it outside of course.

[@emolasher]

Praxis?

[@mikeorgan1993]

Spot on, alcohol does not work all it does is softens the gunk which then becomes even more difficult to remove and worse flows into crevasses. Petrol or as you call it in the US Gasoline completely reduces the gunk to fluid which never hardens again. So after getting rid of most of it use some soapy liquid to remove the residue. I shouldn't have to say this but when working with flammable liquids like this wear gloves, do it away from naked flames, hot items and whatever else you do don't do it whilst an item is connected to the mains (AC) or a DC supply. Makes sure you’re in a well-ventilated space or outside is better and after the clean leave the item for the fuel to evaporate (I leave it outside in warm weather for 48 hours). And dispose of the rags after use properly not in the garbage/rubbish because it could cause a fire.

[@fmphotooffice5513]

​@@mikeorgan1993Instead of gasoline, reagent grade 100% isop. alc. evaporates quickly and is MUCH safer. (Of course also use gloves.) Though alcohol fumes are also flammable it's MUCH safer. Look for videos of when GASoline fumes crawl on the floor and ignite like a sheet of flame. It's truly frightening to see. It's also designed to be used as a HIGH ENERGY ignition fuel. IMO, DON'T MESS WITH gasoline. Regards.

[@OneRoomShed]

I can't believe I never thought of using alcohol and WD-40! I've had so many things get gummy after years of use and I've tried so many cleaners. I usually can get it off but not without rubbing my fingers down to bone or slightly damaging the plastic. This video is gold! Over the years you've helped me out a lot with tid bits like this. Thanks my friend. 🍻 You always come through with good advice. 👍👍

[@electronicsNmore]

The only 2 things I use, are the 70% alcohol and WD-40. WD-40 along with a no-scratch scubber can strip it away, but it's a lot of work. Glad you liked the video. Please remember to rate thumbs up and share the video link with others. Thanks

[@pesukarhu1183]

I have these exact same earphones and I searched KZbin on how to remove the sticky surface. Imagine my suprise when this is the first video that pops up! Thank you so much for this video! I'll definitely try this out and add a couple of more years of life into my otherwise perfectly working HyperX headphones 😊

[@Thebobwil]

@Absinthe Conundrum I bet the same thing, designed obsolescence 🤮

[@mastersKaaP]

I'm literally cleaning my pair as I watch this video. The headset works great, but I'm not in my life buying another set, between the gummy plastic and the flaking fake leather furniture after only 3 years of ownership I'm just about ready to buy a pair from another brand.

[@remongrabu]

Same thing! Took them out from their original packaging a few years of not using them after the purchase and they look like trash, ear pads all cracked and the plastic bits sticky. Never buying this brand again

[@ryanhansen8312]

By far the most complete tutorial Ive seen on this topic!

[@behappylikeiam9421]

Thank you so much!!! My husband got same problem with his $300 Maui Jim sunglasses! He didn't use them two years (because use them only for vacation trips - big fishing trips) well and only today found this problem. My poor husband was like a baby - "It is my favorite sunglasses!!!! They are my lucky fishing glasses! I worn them when I caught my biggest fish in different countries! 😭" I told him: Don't cry my Love. I will fix it! Nice smart people from youtube know how do it! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@electronicsNmore]

You're welcome!

[@Joaquin77]

As a dj, I like cleaning my devices and I have seen that tackiness on controller knobs, volume faders, cdj platter rings, macbook power cables, headphones, etc. I used soapy water thinking it was finger oils but scrubbing would take time. I started using alcohol and soft cloth to wipe them and get rid of the tackiness like in your video. I haven't thought about using WD-40 but I will consider it for the next time. Thank you for sharing this video! PLEASE GUYS ALWAYS REMBER TO AVOID PRINTED WORDS BECAUSE YOU MAY ERASE THEM FROM REMOTES OR DJ CONTROLLERS. for controllers use soap and water on a damp cloth slowly.

[@brettjohnson8026]

This solution worked great! The only insight I would add is that it takes a lot more rubbing and scrubbing than I expected. But it definitely works!

[@petermoore8811]

I watched the whole video, till the end. And played the end bit again, just for you. Thanks for sharing !

[@electronicsNmore]

Thank you

[@theprior46]

Excellent demo. All you need is two ingredients and they are dead easy to obtain. So this is most useful to know the tricks.

[@peacefuljim7758]

Just did this on my HyperX Cloud Alpha headset and it seems to work really well. Zero stickyness left after using the alcohol and WD40. I just wish I could have properly disassembled the headset so I could get into the annoying bits around the hinges, but I digress. Thank you for this tip!

[@susanwagner1745]

I will try this on a Nikon camera. Stored in its Nikon case for years then found it all gooey on the outside where it is black. 👍IT WORKED! Oh how thankful I am! ❤

[@AC-tu2qv]

Worked great. I had 50% isopropyl alcohol and it wiped away very quickly. Thanks!!!

[@electronicsNmore]

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[@taniacavins9355]

Perfectly cleaned my little red flash drive that was driving me crazy. Thank you!! I had tried using alcohol to clean other sticky things, but when the color started coming off I got scared. Now I know it doesn't strip everything and am going to, as they say, Clean All the Things.

[@electronicsNmore]

It's possible the color will be affected, so rub only enough to remove the gummy residue.

[@terry1912]

This is great! Thank you! I spent half an hour googling in different ways before I got found your video.

[@williamblackerby7467]

Just cleaned this off of my power bank. I feel like I’m a restoration master now

[@MinhaVidaGeek]

Exactly what I was looking for. I have the same headphone and was wondering how to clean it. Thanks for the tip.

[@electronicsNmore]

Only rub enough to remove the stickiness, otherwise you'll remove the black paint from the plastic. Thanks for watching!

[@KarlaDollz]

Wow Same headphones too!

[@jamesnusky6257]

This worked so well. Awesome. follow the directions and you won't be disappointed. Thanks again for this fantastic video

[@electronicsNmore]

Glad it helped James! Please share the video link. Thanks

[@1funcar]

Wow! I've suddenly noticed this sticky business on a couple of USB sticks, an umbrella handle, and the handle of a hair brush. Can't wait to try your advice.

[@jasonpowell3280]

Thanks for this. I had some In Ear Monitor receivers that had this exact issue. I used first aid alcohol prep pads and they cleaned up the sticky residue in a cinch!

[@stevedovel]

Doug, Thanks for the videos! We are now in a full lock-down here in the Bahamas. 24hr curfew. Lots of time ahead for KZbin! Stay safe and please keep the content coming.

[@electronicsNmore]

You're welcome Steve! They're forced to do that, especially there. The healthcare system could never handle a large number of people. I used to tell my parents, "If you get sick here, you're done". Stay inside, and you'll be fine. Thanks for watching!

[@ryanwilliams9644]

Bro your channel is amazing and I'm not even really into this type of stuff as as entertainment and learning but man you should call your channel “the lost art of being a man!” Man/dad/ big brother mentors were suppose to pass down knowledge to the younger men. Thank you so much seriously it's true what I'm saying. Thanks again

[@williammullikin2076]

this really works! I have a Bose radio remote, the big silver one that has that hard "rubber" bottom. It became very sticky and the black rubbed off on my hands and it was disgusting. I did what you suggested and it took some elbow grease but the gunk finally came off. But I used alcohol wipes instead of cloth. I also used some very old beard oil that I couldn't use on me anymore instead of WD40. It worked and had a nice scent to boot

[@DagnyKight]

Worked great for me! I have 3 Direct TV remotes that are rubberized on the back. In storage, they turned sticky! I used paper shop towels at first but 91% alcohol and Mr Clean Magic Erasers worked even better!

[@jamesnusky6257]

I also had a rubber handled knife in the same condition. Cleaned up great.

[@garythomas3568]

Great video. I have and x-rite i1 Display for monitor calibration and it has the same coating. I used "Original KRUD KUTTER" and paper towels and it can right off. 5-minute job.

[@thanosob3329]

Wow, I was searching a solution to this problem for the exact same headphone set! Thank you!

[@timlafave1382]

I had a Western Digital Media Player remote with the whole back half thick sticky rubber. I had previously tried WD40 (nothing), then 90% isopropyl alcohol and a cloth (almost nothing), then I tried the fine steel wool 1-2" ball/chunk dunking it in 90% alcohol and carefully rubbed it firmly for a few minutes followed by a cloth dunked in the 90% alcohol then alternated these. after about 10 minutes it worked. I made sure to be very careful not to get to near the IR sending area in the front end. Scratching it would not be good and I don't want to have to buy an after market remote. So Kudos to the person that suggested the steel wool ball.

[@dmahadeo]

This worked perfectly for a Ubiquiti Access Point that was just horrible. Thanks very much. I followed it exactly.

[@electronicsNmore]

Great to hear! Be sure to share the video link with others. Thank you

[@dmahadeo]

@@electronicsNmore 👍

[@markanderson8066]

I used hand sanitizer for the alcohol content. Worked great!

[@caturlifelive]

Even in 2023, your video still can help other peoples. Thank you very much sir, your video help me to solve my problem

[@Lacknerr]

Thank you! I Just now cleaned my Headset using 70% Iso. Work like a charm!

[@electronicsNmore]

Great to hear!

[@Techman4567]

Hi thanks for the info on how to remove that gummy coating. Worked great on my Belkin USB multiplug hub. It was a mess to start with and I tried using just WD40 but it would not cut it. The IPA worked great with the WD follow up just like you said it would.

[@electronicsNmore]

Yes. WD-40 requires a lot of work using a scrubber. Glad my video helped you! Be sure to share the video link with others. Thanks

[@stephen8433]

Tea Tree oil will take the gummy coating off also. Subbed and thumbs up.

[@Anonymous-it5jw]

Great tip for curing a really annoying problem. Thanks.

[@MartinDolan]

Baking soda and a little water mixed into a paste also does it and does not damage the plastic. People who say gasoline/petrol but that seriously damages a lot of plastics. (it doesn't happen instantly but it breaks down over time)

[@urbancyclingpdx]

Thanks for getting straight to the process. Other KZbinrs drag out their videos too long.

[@JoOstgarden]

He could still get the point across by editing this down by about 2 min.

[@swmovan]

WD-40 or any spray "lubricant" might work. I've tried multiple things to clean this coating. But I do believe regular gasoline works the best.

[@chryoko]

Agree ! And cheapest too. Gasoline is better than alcohol.

[@lanaj1107]

Absolutely. Alcohol does squat.

[@KingdomCtzen]

I've thrown away countless pens because the grips were sticky. Haven't used my iron in ages for the same problem. Thanks for the tips. Will try it.

[@jamesnusky6257]

Thank you so much for this video. I left my recorder in the attic and it was all gummy. I will be cleaning this first thing tomorrow.

[@electronicsNmore]

Hope it works well for you!

[@jamesnusky6257]

@@electronicsNmore just got done cleaning it. so awesome. Thank you so much.

[@FreihEitner]

I recently used 70% isopropyl alcohol and a microfiber cloth to remove the gummy surface of an Ooma Telo (internet-based home phone system) with excellent results. As with anything, you need to be careful while scrubbing across surfaces between two open areas (holes for push buttons in my case) as I scraped with my thumb nail and took off the outer layer of colored plastic or paint or whatever right in between two push buttons, but that was my doing not the alcohol--the rest of the surface is shiny black again and not sticky at all.

[@Bobpaule]

Funny, I just did that on a Telo last night. I used Goo Gone, then alcohol. No matter what you use, it takes a while and you will need about 20min to do the job right on a larger component like the Ooma. Love my Oooma Premier Linx Uniden 2 line 12 headset home phone system.

[@jkmacgyver]

Looks to work alot better than the talcum powder method I've tried a few times over the years!

[@electronicsNmore]

With talc, you go from the gummy feel to the powdery feel. :-) As long as you don't rub too long with the isopropyl alcohol, you shouldn't remove too much paint. Thanks for watching!

[@Justinkyulee]

Don't use talc products and if needed, without breathing protection. Contains asbestos.

[@tarstarkusz]

The best stuff I have ever used to get rid of the sticky mess, especially on late 90s early 2000s electronics is dollar tree goo gone. That stuff works incredibly well. Just a couple of weeks ago I bought a lantern at a thrift store that had a rubberized coating that had turned to just a giant sticky mess and 10 minutes with the goo gone and it is perfectly clean and not a drop of the sticky stuff. It doesn't smell bad either.

[@electronicsNmore]

I've used it, but like the alcohol, it can damage the paint. Thanks for watching!

[@tarstarkusz]

@@electronicsNmore Thanks for the extra videos. Very helpful and helps pass the time stuck in the house!

[@electronicsNmore]

I have a bunch planned, but I'm not going to the store. LOL

[@jonniesantos]

I’ve thrown out or taken to an e-waste site so many items that got sticky. Thanks for this video; I’ll be ready the next time…

[@damian3182]

The edges of my PC case have this crap, thanks for the tip. Zeiss lens wipes from Amazon also work in getting off the sticky layer.

[@electronicsNmore]

I hate that sticky crap. LOL

[@Rain-kw1bn]

I used cleaning wipes a bit of joy dishwashing soap, wash it with clean wipes (water), then followed your advice on etyl alcohol (it worked a bit), finished it up with a lens cleaner (eye care) I was cleaning up the hair dryer that has not been used for a while and the handle was very sticky so i had to use soap i just didn't wet it that much just enough

[@electronicsNmore]

Not ethyl, isopropyl. It works, you need to spend more time working on the surface. Thanks for watching!

[@cocacola99]

i just tried and it works very well. many thanks for your sharing!

[@kellydevens7856]

Thank you very much! I’m going to try this in a couple of rechargeable flashlights. Is it something that will need to be repeated over time?

[@jakejones7554]

I have found in my experience that AC coil cleaner does the best job. I've used the kind you buy in concentrate, and then dilute it. Spray onto your plastic item (after you have removed or isolated it from other items). Allow to sit for a few minutes. Spray again and scrub with a plastic brush or mildly abrasive item that won't damage the finish. wash or wipe with water and viola. Done. The finish, in my experience, is such that you won't know the rubber coating was ever there.

[@xINVISIGOTHx]

Hey do you know what type of black paint was generally used on metal casings of stereo/media equipment around the 90s? Like a panasonic vcr or similar

[@JANEMBA9000]

This helps alot I have a Portable Bluetooth Argom Tech Speaker an the plastic grey around the edges are ridiculousness sticky an Clammy an dust an hair sticks to it like glue . I use a cloth an some Winter Green 50% Rubbing Alcohol to get off the initial Gummy Grime then some Surgical 97% Ethyl Alcohol afterwards & finished off with some WD 40 . Looks like new now . Really hate how it gets so sticky feels like I don't know if you guys have this problem in America but if you have coubords in your kitchen up on the wall an or stuff on top your Fridge it gets really Sticky from all the cooking an frying done on the Stove an all the lil particles in the Kitchen Atmosphere lol . That's how Sticky my Speaker felt .....

[@electronicsNmore]

Glad to hear it's gone. Thanks for watching!

[@JANEMBA9000]

@@electronicsNmore your welcome great video man .

[@deadinside777]

I have some Cloud Alpha headsets that have this problem. Tried cleaning them with alcohol but I find that results are mixed at best. The only thing I hate about this particular headset, as the rubberized coating is on most parts of the ear pieces and headband. Easier not to get products with these type of coatings, but unfortunately it seems to be popular among many "gaming" peripherals. However, if you must or have no choice, keeping the devices clean is the next best thing. Wipe them off often before and after use. Don't wait until it becomes "gummy" to try to clean it.

[@paneesh]

Thanks for this video. I have the same issue with exact headphone you have. My ear cups are starting to wear off with those thin flaky layer. It’s very annoying since it’s getting in my eyes and ears. Any idea what I could do for those?

[@pulidoggy]

I've used another milder solution, that's any hand cream or similar with a high content of glycerin/glycerol (just read the composition) Just spread a tiny layer of cream on the sticky object with a cotton swab, let stay for a couple of minutes and then scrub the cream and the sticky layer together away with a compact and lintless cloth, trying to "swipe away" the sticky layer applying a bit of pressure. This is done best by working on smaller zones at a time rather than on whole surface, repeating process if needed. I found out it by trial-and-error, until I've found that glycerol seems to "combine" with the sticky matter allowing their easier removal. Please let me know if this trick worked for you also! 😀

[@joaoferreira4901]

Hey I have a hyperx cloud 2 and the hinge is broken. Do you know where i can order new ones?

[@bobw222]

I was recently told that pre-moistened makeup removal pads work great for removing this type of "Chinesium" rubberized coating.

[@camillenombre4603]

Thank you so much ❤ It really helped me a lot 🤗

[@electronicsNmore]

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[@solidUntilLiquidBeforeGas]

Instead of using WD40 in the last step, try using ArmorAll Cleaner (Auto dash and upholstry cleaner in Auto section of any store). It will not only be a better sheen, you will avoid the "smell" that is left for days with WD40. ArmorAll provides additional protection layer for future use.

[@electronicsNmore]

Been there done that. :-) The Armor All doesn't do anything for any stickiness that remains, the WD-40 does. Thanks for watching!

[@chiizuu752]

Thank you for this! I'm unable to sell my HyperX Cloud Alpha with the current condition it's in so I might as well restore it and use it whenever I feel like it by removing all the annoying gummy surface and replacing the earpads and headband

[@electronicsNmore]

You're welcome!

[@Quince828]

A very useful tip. I have this problem on headphones as well as other plastic handles and such. As well my sony headphones leave little plastic flakes from the earpiece. Maybe this would stop that too

[@JDMark25]

I will never again buy anything coated with rubber after my experience with a Radio Shack emergency radio which was not needed to be used for years and then when needed, a sticky mess! I first used straight white vinegar on a paper towel which worked a little but not enough, so then used hand sanitizer which is 66% alcohol on a very soft old cloth, that worked well and much faster. I would have finished with silicone or Armor All but didn't have it so put a little WD40 on the cloth and wiped the radio. During this process no black stuff came off on the rag but the sticky came off. Looks and feels fine now ... but will the rubber continue to degrade?

[@aburg1106]

The handle of my favorite umbrella became sticky and it's uncomfortable just touching it. I put some masking tape around it, but that's just a workaround. I'm gonna try your method. Thank you

[@aburg1106]

Update...used an isopropyl alcohol wipe, then WD-40, wiped it off, and now the sticky layer is gone! Very useful video. Thanks

[@Wardancer666]

Do they coat products in this gummy finish so that you will throw them away after? Poor design choice to use this on a product that can last a while.

[@electronicsNmore]

It's horrible. I really try to avoid buying any products with rubberized coatings. Thanks for watching!

[@TylrVncnt]

Lighter fluid/Naphtha works excellent for removing residue/degumming *anything* as well!

[@electronicsNmore]

The only bad thing, the odor. Thanks for watching! Be sure to share.

[@rocphill]

I've tried rubbing alcohol, lighter fluid , fantastic, dishwashing soap and SOS pads, and for me here in toronto, no dam way ! After using all the previous products, I'm still pissed over their lack of performance. I'm going to try one more time using my 90% alcohol. Please pray for me ! 😊😊😊😊

[@keithharmeyer8574]

Worked like a charm! Thanks!

[@electronicsNmore]

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[@RickJames-n4d]

Thanks very much. This worked extremely well and saved a lot of time for me. Much appreciated!

[@electronicsNmore]

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[@DD-sd4we]

Great video. 👍Thanks.

[@electronicsNmore]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@quinsattorney]

Thanks man. I don't know why they put that crap on so many devices.

[@E.L.RipleyAtNostromo]

I never saw this stickiness before 20 years ago, and it’s exclusive to parts made in China. Many items have switched to a harder plastic where this doesn’t happen. I hit on the 70% alcohol a few years ago, but not the WD-40 follow up so will add that step. Even with a heavily alcohol saturated rag on some items you have to go over them several times. I bought a bunch of those blue Harbor Freight puck lights years ago, and the first ones that came out were the worst for getting sticky. Thanks for the tip on the WD-40! 👍

[@jub8891]

was just about to say.. even the old bakelite plastics from 70 years ago are still smooth to touch..

[@Perplexer1]

I found out that not all rubbing (isopropyl) alcohols are the same. It depends on the manufacturer. I had one that has hazed a transparent plastic a but, but the other one didn't. So I recommend you test yours first and if it doesn't cause any discoloring or hazing of transparent plastic, stick to that brand forever!

[@TakingOffTheMasks]

Thank you so much! I’ve been trying to fix my items for years and just thought today to Google it. Your video is the first one that came up and it worked perfectly. Thanks again!

[@electronicsNmore]

Glad I could help!

[@tombanes]

I just use body powder and brush the excess off with like a paint brush. Like dusting for prints. Fast , removes all tackiness and keeps that matte rubber look.

[@garyvandeputte9590]

I used Coleman lantern fluid. It cleaned up my very sticky heat gun. I was going to just throw it away THANK YOU VERY MUCH

[@geraldkadis2452]

Start w/Pinesol or a generic like Tatget's Up-n-Up. It is easier on the under finish and smells good too. Nice tip to finish with WD40.

[@anthonypaynter828]

Very helpful advice but I had to fast forward to 2 minutes before you started to tell me how to get rid of the gummy mess. Keep that in mind, please. We don't need to be told what the sticky gummy mess is because we have already gone to your video for that exact thing. But finally, I can take your advice & use that alcohol & WD40. Thanks for the help.

[@tehseen]

A great solution .I will try. Thanks

[@electronicsNmore]

All the best

[@Sonicbest222]

I used nail polish. Sadly scraped away some of the color but thats totally fine. My tip would be to not use too much to avoid that.

[@gnramires]

More laborious, but I found you can remove it effectively with dry paper towels (any soft paper like toilet paper will do). You just have to apply pressure and go slow, and check the paper is collecting some residue. It takes a while (like up to an hour for a large item), but it does come off without using any solvents. Be careful not to tear or flake the paper because paper residues will make this process ineffective. Go very slowly while feeling the goo is being dragged by the paper and change towels now and then.

[@cgray8073]

Awesome video! Worked just like you said!

[@saintchris0]

Excellent close up photography.

[@GingerTabbyBoi]

Great help! Can this method also be used with the rubber beside earpads of hyperx cloud alpha? it that so , do i need to disassemble it too?

[@electronicsNmore]

Test with qtip. If you rub too much, the black color may come off.

[@chass53]

I have the same headset I used a ceramic car cleaner, it took a bit of elbow grease but worked a treat ,also my Xbox controller just like new again.

[@somename152]

for the ear pads: I made fabric covers for mine to prevent sweat that builds up behind my ears too but that does cause them to slide off if you tilt your head down or back but other than that they are good and can be thrown in t he wash every now and then. I used the tops of old socks that had cool patterns but the toes were ripped, I use the tops because there's a tight grip to hold over the ear pads. :)

[@robinbroadwater2147]

Sir, I noticed that there was writing, in white text, on that piece, before you wiped it with the alcohol, so whatever you removed appears to have been some sort of Factory coating that didn't wear well, perhaps, that had the writing on top of it. Do you know of anything less harsh, but as effective as the alcohol, that you've tested? Thank you.

[@electronicsNmore]

If you want to remove the gummy surface, you can't be too concerned about the removing any writing. The writing was on the plastic, below that miserable coating. WD-40 on a "no scratch" sponge is the only alternative. Thanks for watching

[@robinbroadwater2147]

@@electronicsNmore Thanks. I was thinking that could have been specs, but even if it was, they can certainly be looked up again. Thanks for video, very helpful information.

[@silverfoxjohnson9390]

Thanks!! Need this for my headphones that so sticky all over!!

[@MichaelMartin-lv6fs]

Thanks for the excellent tips. Why does that surface get sticky are some time?

[@electronicsNmore]

I'm not a chemist, but I would have to say it has to do with oxygen in the air breaking down the coating or humidity in the air

[@joseangelgonzalez8304]

This video save my headsets.

[@SLAYER3333]

Any idea where to get replacement parts for that plastic connector being cleaned in the video? Got my cloud headest cleaned, but one of the connectors broke.

[@saltedroe4591]

Thank you for the video. By the way, how do i avoid this from happening with other gadget in the future?

[@wayweh]

Thank you

[@SevenDeMagnus]

Cool it happens to Wacom pens too. Alcohol may react making things white. You can remove it with a good olive oil (I guess since plastic is made from crude oil, olive oil since it's an kind of oil too works with plastics' gunk) or a good glycerine soap by wiping with the soap then wiping it with water 4x as a kind of rinse. God bless.

[@richh1576]

That 'sticky substance' that keeps 'surfacing' on plastic components is a "molding aid" used to enhance the flow of molten plastic during the injection molding process - called **dioctylpthalate** - "DOP". DOP is soluable in light weight (EG. "3-in-One") oil. LONG TERM SOAKING the 'prelminarily' cleaned part in (warm) OIL will extract the DOP down 'deeper' in the plastic surface. Its OK to initially use a solvent to remove the on-the-surface DOP; but, to EXTRACT the DOP from down IN the surface you'll do best with light weight oil .... and it will take LONGER for the DOP to AGAIN migrate to the surface. :-)

[@bobz1736]

That stuff is the invention of the devil... or done on purpose to make you buy new product. I've had to replace the keys on my Digitakt twice until i stripped off the coating and painted them. Great video.

[@nmsidewinder]

I have an old Vado pocket camcorder that has (now) a gummy coating on it. I'VE tried alcohol and WD-40 and nothing removes it. I finally resorted to trying to scrape it off and it became an ugly mess. Nothing takes this goo off. I don't understand why they coat electronics with this coating. Good video, thanks for sharing.

[@Handsoffthekids]

Can you use this process with painted plastic that has turned gummy?

[@SteveAtwal]

Nice video 👍 The WD40 finish makes the plastic shine…but wondering if that is toxic or not, to the skin…

[@mikehunt8968]

This is a common problem on the switchgear in Upmarket Italian cars, of a certain age, Maserati being one... Unfortunately the symbols come off when cleaned but there are companies who will clean them and repaint and laser new labels, so don't give up hope...

[@Pekkuツ]

Hello, is it safe to do this on a tablet? My samsung tab a 8.0 w/ spen's back kinda melted😢