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Effects of Adhesion Promotion on Sensors
Sensors measure specific aspects of data-driven technology, including performance properties such as acceleration, fluidity, humidity, temperature, position, pressure or vibration. Sensors collect data and respond with feedback for a multitude of electronic devices utilizing printed circuit boards (PCBs) and related sensitive electronics. Sensors have been successfully adapted for use across a wide range of applications,... Read More >>
How to Measure Conformal Coating Thickness
Methods for Measuring Conformal Coating Thickness For conformal coatings to function effectively, the key lies in achieving the right coating thickness. Printed circuit boards (PCBs) and other electronic devices rely on specific film thicknesses tailored to their performance needs. When deciding on the coating thickness, keep in mind: The non functionality of a crucial component... Read More >>
Repairing Parylene Coated PCBs
Parylene’s chemical vapor deposition (CVD) application method produces lightweight yet robust conformal coatings with superior barrier properties. Unlike liquid methods, the impact of gravity and surface tension is minimal, eliminating issues such as bridging, thinning, pinholes, puddling, run-off or sagging. Parylene coatings typically range from 500 angstroms to 500 microns in thickness. These ultra-thin films... Read More >>
Batch Size Considerations for Parylene Production
The Parylenes consist of a range of para-xylylene polymers whose desirable physical and electrical properties support expansive utilization as conformal coatings for electronic and medical devices. Parylene films are applied to substrates via a chemical vapor deposition (CVD) process, which deposits monomeric Parylene vapor homogeneously and deeply into the surface of printed circuit boards (PCBs)... Read More >>
Selecting a Parylene Conformal Coating Service Provider
Selecting the right material and application technique for your coating project can prolong the lifespan of your assembly and boost its efficiency. While various liquid resin coatings such as acrylic, epoxy, silicone, and urethane exist, Parylene stands out for its outstanding conformal coating capabilities. Nevertheless, it is renowned for its complexity and elevated cost. Unlike... Read More >>
How to Control Viscosity with Dip Coating Equipment
Dip coating is an efficient ways to apply conformal coating. While it can be done manually, dip coating is usually done with automatic equipment to greatly increase the amount of consistency within the process as well as lower labor costs. Dwell time is a vital factor to control the thickness of the coating as well... Read More >>
Ruggedization and Conformal Coating
Conformal coatings are non-conductive, dielectric film-coverings applied over printed circuit boards (PCBs) to protect them from damage caused by chemical incursion, current-leakage, dirt/dust, extreme temperature cycling, fungus, moisture, rain, salt-spray, wind and persistent, intensive vibrations both within and external to the device. These failure mechanisms can lead to PCB malfunction and eventual breakdown. The exceptional performance,... Read More >>
How Potting Protects Against Reverse Engineering
Conformal coating and potting are widely used techniques to safeguard printed circuit boards (PCBs) and cable connections. They are particularly crucial for components operating in damp, dusty outdoor settings or internal environments with caustic solutions or organic fluids. Both processes are complex, with numerous production variables. Unlike the protective films provided by conformal coating, potting... Read More >>
Solutions for 4 Key Conformal Coating Challenges
Coverage in Undesired Areas Conformal coatings cover the substrate to which they are applied. However, it is also possible for them to end up coating parts of the substrate that are not supposed to be covered. Sometimes, this happens because of inaccurate spraying. Other times, it happens because of the nature of the application —... Read More >>
Parylene Coating: Does Thicker or Thinner Coating Provide Better Performance?
Parylene (XY) conformal coatings are known and recommended because of their many beneficial performance characteristics. They provide uniform, pinhole-free protective films with excellent barrier/dielectric/insulative properties, able to conform to virtually any substrate configuration. A distinctive feature of XY is its capacity to form micron-thin coating layers. This sets it apart from liquid coatings like acrylic... Read More >>
