Is there a way to remove scratches on the screen ?

[l_z_w]

Hello everyone,

Yeah, I know I should have a screen protector and all that protection, but I was just too lazy to go get them

So, now my screen on my TH55 has some fine scratches and I was wondering if there is anything or has anybody tried anything to remove those scratches ?

Will stuff thats supposed to remove scratches on CDs work for PDA screens ?

Thanks for any input..

[Cyker]

It does a bit. I remember someone mentioning Brasso worked pretty well, and another mentioned some sort of car-wax...

Just don't make it worse! :)

[jhintonh]

Good Evening-

The product that I have been tempted to use is the one that they advertise for "filing in" scratches on eyeglasses. It's a two step deal where you clean then apply this clear gelatinous (probably a polymer) substance to the scratch and it allegedly fills-in the scratch.

Check the website www.asseenontv.com for it, I think.

-Jhintonh

[psau3]

Anything with a solvent base is not recommended. The actual 'touchscreen' part of the digitiser part is made from a doped semiconductive plastic sheet. Also, try not to abrade or deform too much. You want to fill in the scratch rather than thinning the surrounding material down.

You might look for a product designed to fill in scratches on eyeglasses - something with a silicone or wax base, perhaps.

[Cyker]

Ya. No polishing!

[jhintonh]

Anything with a solvent base is not recommended. The actual 'touchscreen' part of the digitiser part is made from a doped semiconductive plastic sheet. Also, try not to abrade or deform too much. You want to fill in the scratch rather than thinning the surrounding material down.

You might look for a product designed to fill in scratches on eyeglasses - something with a silicone or wax base, perhaps.

Good Evening-

See post #3 immediately above yours.

-Jhintonh

[Jesus is Lord!]

Hello,
I have been using just regular car wax for years. No specific brand. It's a mild abrasive and I suppose it does thin the screen (just like it thins your clearcoat on your car.). I've used it on a Palm IIIe, an N610 and an NX60. It only reduces the minor scratches. I've never had any problems when I do it. I'm using a screen saver on my T5.
As far as that eye glass stuff. Well, at the Mall of America, there's an "As seen on TV" store. The owner tries all the products he carries and he sent the whole shipment of that polymer stuff back stating it didn't work as advertised.
Also, if you are still planning on getting a screen saver, they usually cover most scratches so that you can't see them anyway!
Hope that helps!
Louis :)

[l_z_w]

pardon my ignorance but what did u mean by a screen saver ?

[psau3]

Good Evening-

See post #3 immediately above yours.

-Jhintonh

Good morning.

I did. I just provided a little more useful information. Not every product is available outside the USA, and not every forum member lives within.


Hello,
I have been using just regular car wax for years. No specific brand. It's a mild abrasive and I suppose it does thin the screen (just like it thins your clearcoat on your car.).

Car wax is abrasive? Since when? I thought it was designed to soften, fill in the surface imperfections and make it shiny. :)

As far as that eye glass stuff. Well, at the Mall of America, there's an "As seen on TV" store. The owner tries all the products he carries and he sent the whole shipment of that polymer stuff back stating it didn't work as advertised.
Louis :)

Interesting. You're unlikely to completely hide the scratch, but I'd still recommend trying this.

pardon my ignorance but what did u mean by a screen saver ?

Screen protector. Martin Fields and Brando make the more popular sheets.

[shamgar]

my pda always have scratches since I like to use the original screen, perfectly sharp.

But now the quality of screen protector is excellent, it does not look like you have a protector on it.

anyway, as soon as you put a screen protector on the screen, I assure you that all scratches disappear since cover by the protector, you will not remember there are scratches :rolleyes:

[apbwolf]

Try "Rain X" It removed the appearance of scratches from my 655C and leaves a very smooth surface. 2-3 coats using the directions on the bottle should do the trick.

[l_z_w]

Rain X huh..
I'll give it a try once I get my hands on a bottle of it..

[Jesus is Lord!]

Good morning.

I did. I just provided a little more useful information. Not every product is available outside the USA, and not every forum member lives within.




Car wax is abrasive? Since when? I thought it was designed to soften, fill in the surface imperfections and make it shiny. :)



Interesting. You're unlikely to completely hide the scratch, but I'd still recommend trying this.



Screen protector. Martin Fields and Brando make the more popular sheets.

Yes, car wax is a very mild abrasive, just like tooth paste. Car wax literally scratches off a very thin layer of your clearcoat finish on your car. Auto detailers use a heavier abrasive 1st, then go a little less heavy, then for the 3rd coat, they use a normal car wax. This 3 step process is not something you do everytime you you wax your car. You can even do it yourself from products at any car care store. Ever heard of wet sanding? They actually use a constantly running hose on a deeper scratch and then use a super fine grit sand paper on your clearcoat.
I am sooo off topic right now!
done typing now
Louis :)

[Romans8:38]

I have some scratches in my grafitti area which are annoying when I write.

1- will the wax help that?

2- what kind of screen protectors are you guys using? I tried the expensive ultra clear type but the digi spokes drove me wild and I stopped. the only thing I would like from a protector is that aside from protection it be smooth to write on. the "10 pack" type I tried was like writing on rubber.

3- Is the eyeglass filler better than the wax?

thank you all

[psau3]

Yes, car wax is a very mild abrasive, just like tooth paste. Car wax literally scratches off a very thin layer of your clearcoat finish on your car. Auto detailers use a heavier abrasive 1st, then go a little less heavy, then for the 3rd coat, they use a normal car wax. This 3 step process is not something you do everytime you you wax your car. You can even do it yourself from products at any car care store. Ever heard of wet sanding? They actually use a constantly running hose on a deeper scratch and then use a super fine grit sand paper on your clearcoat.
I am sooo off topic right now!
done typing now
Louis :)

Sorry, I'm used to using a 'wax' as a sealing and finishing top coat. If a resurfacing is required I'll use T-Cut or similar dedicated abrasive/softener. :)

Meanwhile, back on topic:

I have some scratches in my grafitti area which are annoying when I write.

1- will the wax help that?

2- what kind of screen protectors are you guys using? I tried the expensive ultra clear type but the digi spokes drove me wild and I stopped. the only thing I would like from a protector is that aside from protection it be smooth to write on. the "10 pack" type I tried was like writing on rubber.

3- Is the eyeglass filler better than the wax?
1. Depends on the scratch and the product. Nobody has replied either way, in this thread.

2. I personally use a PDAir anti-glare on my TH55. It was a beast to fit, but gives good results. Nice surface texture.

3. No idea. Have not yet had to try.

[Romans8:38]

Sorry, I'm used to using a 'wax' as a sealing and finishing top coat. If a resurfacing is required I'll use T-Cut or similar dedicated abrasive/softener. :)

Meanwhile, back on topic:


1. Depends on the scratch and the product. Nobody has replied either way, in this thread.

2. I personally use a PDAir anti-glare on my TH55. It was a beast to fit, but gives good results. Nice surface texture.

3. No idea. Have not yet had to try.


So you had not digi spoke problems with the PDAir? Thanks I will need to try it.

[psau3]

So you had not digi spoke problems with the PDAir?
I'd need to know what that means before answering. :confused:

[Romans8:38]

I'd need to know what that means before answering. :confused:
look here.

http://www.1src.com/forums/showthread.php?t=45669&highlight=digispokes

[psau3]

Ah. I'd say that was caused by an incorrectly-applied 'screen' protector. I have not noticed any significant drift with my PDAir sheet. Just remember to recalibrate after application and occasionally (to correct for temperature expansion) during use.

[jhintonh]

Good morning.

I did. I just provided a little more useful information. Not every product is available outside the USA, and not every forum member lives within.


Good Evening-

Did you take offense at that? Please say no. I hope your answer is no. However, your seeming to mimic my salutation at the start of your posting so I sense an attitude. I am well aware that not every product is available outside the USA. Not every product available outside the USA is available in the USA either, whilst we speak obtusely. And I am also aware that not every forum member lives in the USA either. So what? I merely posted what I did just in case you and I posted simultaneously. That happens. Not every posting is made with five minutes between each so that not every potential poster can read somehting that has not yet been uploaded to the forum. What is this, a hate America thing? A hate me thing?

Life is too short, Expert...

-Jhintonh

[jhintonh]

Try "Rain X" It removed the appearance of scratches from my 655C and leaves a very smooth surface. 2-3 coats using the directions on the bottle should do the trick.

Good Evening-

Now that's something to try. I use RainX all the time on my cars, had not thought of trying it on the screen. I may give that a whirl on my old NR70v first to sort of "test in an inconspicuous area" as they always advise. :)

-Jhintonh

[jhintonh]

Ever heard of wet sanding? They actually use a constantly running hose on a deeper scratch and then use a super fine grit sand paper on your clearcoat.

Good Evening-

I have had some good experiences and some bad ones with the wet-sanding...on automobile finishes that is, not PDA screens ;).

To add, I would definately steer away from any car wax that calls itself a "cleaner wax" as they are even more abrasive than a regular wax. I have heard Zymol recommended many times since it has a very low abrasive content and it uses (allegedly) nothing but *natural* ingredients.

-Jhintonh

[DCBAKER]

I'm using some clear & shiny Write Right screen protectors I picked up at a Big Lots store 12 for $6.99. They're down to $3.99 now. For that price they're worth it. Any screen protector is better than a scratched screen.

You may want to find a product for polishing the plastic windows of a convertible auto. I've used that and it reduced the scratches, but didn't completely get rid of them. You can find it at a car parts store.

[jhintonh]

You may want to find a product for polishing the plastic windows of a convertible auto. I've used that and it reduced the scratches, but didn't completely get rid of them. You can find it at a car parts store.

Good Evening-

Now there's an original idea! Seriously, I am off to Pep Boys tomorrow. That is a great suggestion.

-Jhintonh

[psau3]

Life is too short

So no need to air supposed grievances in a public forum. See PM. ;)

[psau3]

You may want to find a product for polishing the plastic windows of a convertible auto. I've used that and it reduced the scratches, but didn't completely get rid of them. You can find it at a car parts store.

The top layer of the digitiser is not meant to be sacrificial.
Now there's an original idea! Seriously, I am off to Pep Boys tomorrow. That is a great suggestion.

Please let us know the end result.

Might I suggest that a modern protective sheet that features a soft silicone 'cling' layer be better for concealing scratches and providing protection?

[tapf!]

Dont put wax or Displex on your screen. A brando or exim protector will allmost hide the scratches.

FAbian

[jhintonh]

So no need to air supposed grievances in a public forum. See PM. ;)

Good Morning-

After you, Sir...

-Jhintonh