Do You Know The PH of Common Fluids Spilled on Your Computer

10/8/2021 (Permalink)

Can My Laptop Be Saved After I Spilled This On It?

Oh No! You spilled, dropped in, flooded, seeped what into that electronic?  Is it ruined? Can it be salvaged?  I loved chemistry in school and when I saw this article, I knew I wanted to share it with our customers.  I was fortunate to study pH and the effects it has during the restoration process. 

pH of common fluids

A number less than 7 indicates an acid solution, while a number above 7 indicates an alkaline solution. Both cases are bad for electronic components. Knowing the pH of the fluid can help give you an idea of how severe the damage is.

• Pure water neutral pH = 7.0
• Sea water i.e. saltwater = about 8.2
• Regulated pool water = 7.2 - 7.8 (Source)
• Lemon juice = 2.3
• Cola = 2.5-3.5
• Fruit juice = 3.5
• Beer = 4.5
• Coffee = 5.0
• Tea = 5.5
• Hand soap = 9.0 -10.0
• Bleach = 12.5
• Other beverages

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PH

What does all of this information mean? No matter what you spilled on your electronics the first thing you should do is turn the device off and unplug any power sources. Once the device is powered off seek professional help to restore your electronics. 

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