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Oxidation on surface of cable under clear jacket

Wondered if anyone has had this problem.  I have a pair of “Oval” cables I was going to reintroduce into my system.  They’re 15 years old.  I noticed that green oxidation had formed over a length of the cable under the clear jacket.  Since there is shrink tubing over the spade connector, so I can’t tell if the oxidation has reached the connector.  Problem is the manufacturer’s warranty was over many years ago.  They weren’t inexpensive. Seems others have had the same issue.  I guess I’ll give them a call to see what can be done, but I’m not optimistic.  I do have another manufacturer’s cables I can use if this can’t be remedied.. Your thoughts?

deanrk

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williewonka
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I've had this a long time ago and I just tossed them

  • the green is oxidation and it impacts the sound.
  • it's because the insulation becomes porous over time
  • once that happens there is no repairing them

Replace them with Audio Envy cables

  • they will outperform many higher priced brands
  • provide very godo sound
  • are modestly priced
  • use great aulity copper (OCC)
  • Use great insulation - low Dielectric Constant

If you want better cables then try Zavfino

Regards - Steve

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