How long does a repair take?

Most repairs are completed within 1 to 5 business days, depending on the fault, parts availability, and repair complexity. Customers are informed if additional time is required.

What is not covered under the warranty?

The warranty does not cover physical abuse, accidental damage, liquid exposure, power surges, lightning strikes, tampering, or faults unrelated to the original repair.

Do you offer collection and delivery services?

Collection and delivery options may be available depending on location. Customers can contact CCRS Electronics directly to discuss available arrangements and costs.

How will I know when my repair is complete?

CCRS Electronics contacts customers by phone, WhatsApp, or SMS once the device has been repaired, tested, and is ready for collection.

Why should I choose CCRS Electronics?

CCRS Electronics offers professional diagnostics, board-level repair expertise, quality workmanship, transparent communication, and warranty-backed repairs.

Are your repairs tested before collection?

Yes. Every repaired device undergoes testing and quality checks before it is returned to the customer.

Thermal Overhaul

How to Fix PS5 Overheating & Shutting Down in Games (Liquid Metal Dry Spots Guide)

Does your PS5 silently shut off with no warning after 15–20 minutes of playing demanding native PS5 games? Discover why liquid metal thermal oxidation causes dry spots and how our lab restores whisper-quiet cooling.

Key Diagnostic Takeaways

PS5 games push the AMD APU to 200W+, whereas PS4 games draw ~90W. That is why shutting down happens exclusively in native PS5 titles.
Liquid metal (gallium alloy) undergoes thermal oxidation over 1–3 years, forming an un-wetted "dry spot" in the center of the silicon APU die.
Standard PC thermal paste CANNOT be used on a PS5 APU due to low heatsink mounting pressure and extreme thermal density.
CCRS Electronics performs chemical de-oxidation, sponge barrier resealing, and fresh liquid metal burn-in to restore factory-fresh cooling.

Technical Repair Matrix & Specifications

Primary Symptom	Instant silent shutdown after 15-30 min in PS5 titles; loud fan noise
Thermal Interface	Ultra-High Purity Gallium-Indium-Tin Liquid Metal
APU Temperature Limit	105°C emergency hardware safety cutoff
Standard Paste Compatibility	Incompatible (triggers immediate thermal throttling)
Service Turnaround	Same-day or 24-hour turnaround
Laboratory Warranty	3 to 6 Months Warranty

Laboratory Step-by-Step Micro-Soldering Protocol

Step 1: Full Teardown & Power Supply Radiator Inspection

🛠️ Torx Security T8 Screwdriver & Anti-Static Brush

The console is dismantled down to the bare APU clamp. Internal power supply intake louvers and radiator fins are cleared of blockage.

Step 2: Chemical De-Oxidation of Silicon Die & Copper Plate

🛠️ Chemical APU Solvent & Lint-Free Micro-Swabs

Using high-purity chemical de-oxidizing solvents, the hardened oxide crust is scrubbed off the AMD APU silicon and copper heatsink plate.

Step 3: Foam Sponge Containment Barrier Inspection

🛠️ Stereo Microscope & Barrier Sealant

The perimeter sponge barrier is inspected under magnification for tears to guarantee 100% leak containment.

Step 4: Fresh Liquid Metal Application & Burn-In

🛠️ Thermal Grizzly High-Purity Liquid Metal Applicator

Factory-spec Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut liquid metal is applied and burnished into the surface pores until a mirror-like wetting layer is established.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why does my PS5 only overheat and shut off during PS5 games and not PS4 games?

A: Native PS5 games utilize the full 2.23GHz GPU and CPU at over 200W. PS4 games run in a low-frequency profile generating less than half the heat.

Q: Can I keep my PS5 standing vertically, or does that cause liquid metal to leak?

A: Sony engineered a sealed foam barrier. Liquid metal pooling only causes dry spots when oxidation breaks surface tension after years. With our certified service, vertical standing is completely safe.

Q: Can I apply normal PC thermal paste (like Arctic MX-4) to my PS5?

A: No! The PS5 heatsink mounting bracket was engineered exclusively for liquid metal. Standard paste will pump out within weeks.

Q: How often should a PS5 undergo thermal maintenance and cleaning?

A: In South African environments with dust, we recommend professional thermal maintenance every 18 to 24 months.

Need This Repaired Professionally?

Our Pretoria laboratory provides certified 1–5 days turnaround, nationwide courier collection, and a 3-6 month warranty.

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