Apply paint to the RAM modules.
Apply paint to the RAM modules.
Hey everyone, I have some low-quality green RAM I bought for just $15—eight gigabytes, which is a solid offer. But it’s really green. Should I try painting it or use Sharpie to cover it up?
As long as it’s non-metallic and you avoid painting the pins, it should work fine. Apply light coats and allow it to cure for 24 hours. The paint might not adhere well to all surfaces, but if it does, future removal could be difficult. Honestly, buying pre-painted heatsinks would be a better option than purchasing them separately. Unless you intend to use the RAM continuously, it’s fine as is—just think about upgrading later if needed.
As long as the layer remains non-conductive, that's all good.
I have some low-quality green RAM that looks bad. I also have a permanent marker with non-conductive ink, so I thought about this. I decided it’s better than paint because it won’t insulate the chips and cause overheating—no need for a heat spreader. Should I go ahead?
If it isn’t oil-based, you should likely be fine. However, I’d advise against it since sharpies are alcohol-based and could damage the plastic on the ram sticks.
Sure, the real PCB would remain visible even if you covered the pins.