
The Invisible Threat to Vintage Electronics Collections: How Cables Leave Mystery Impressions During Storage
Collectors of vintage electronics have long puzzled over cable-shaped indentations appearing on plastic casings during storage. The culprit is not heat, but 'plasticizer migration': plasticizers in PVC cables slowly leach into ABS housings, causing cosmetic damage and making cable insulation brittle. Proper preservation involves storing PVC cables separately and maintaining cool, dry conditions.
Source: Hackaday










