how long does corrosion take to appear from contact with liquid?

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how long does corrosion take to appear from contact with liquid?

I have had problems with o2 about my iphone since december 2010! i got a refubished iphone from o2 in october but by december i started having troubles charging it so sent it back to them for a fix. I was contacted by them saying i would have to pay £129 for my phone to be repaired as it was corroeded in the docking area? i had this iphone from about the 16th oct 2010 until the 3rd dec 2010 would corrosion have become apparent in this time (just over a month!) i had the iphone? I know that while i have had the iphone it has never ever been in contact with any liquids.

Be very greatful for any help or advice as i feel like im fighting a losing battle here!

iPhone 3G

Posted on May 29, 2011 2:10 PM

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Answer 1

May 29, 2011 2:39 PM in response to melissafromsomerton

It depends on the liquid - any liquid with sugar will be worse, and the environment the device is in for the most part after being exposed to liquid - the temperature and humidity levels.

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Answer 2

May 29, 2011 2:55 PM in response to Allan Sampson

Thank you for your reply but would you say it would normally take over a month for the effects to be visible and effect the working of the iphone?

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Answer 3

May 29, 2011 2:59 PM in response to melissafromsomerton

You're welcome.

I can't answer such a question with any certainty - for one I'm not a corrosion expert, and I think I've already answered the question as well as any non-corrosion expert can.

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Answer 4

wjosten

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May 29, 2011 3:19 PM in response to melissafromsomerton

You can try this, don't think there are any Radio Shacks in Europe, but someplace should sell the same thing.

Radio Shack Precision Electronics Cleaner, contains Isohexane, Difluoroethane & Ethanol. This type of cleaner eliminates any corrosion, evaporates, and provides a layer of protection. Good luck.

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