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Potting vs. Encapsulation: Differences and Applications in Electronics | SILITECH

Electronic assemblies increasingly need to function reliably under extreme conditions. Whether moisture, dust, chemicals, or mechanical stress—the right protection is crucial for longevity and reliability. Two methods dominate here: potting (full encapsulation) and...

Branche: Elektronik & Leiterplatten Typ: Ratgeber Welt: Vergiessen & Elektronikschutz

06.06.2026

Elkem Silicones — An Overview of the Complete Product Range | SILITECH

Rhodorsil and Bluesil are the two brands of Elkem Silicones (formerly Bluestar Silicones / Rhodia), one of the world's largest silicone manufacturers. While Rhodorsil is the traditional brand for silicone oils, pastes, and specialty products, Bluesil represents the modern product line of...

Marke: Elkem Typ: Steckbrief Welt: Silikone

20.04.2026

Release Agents for Mold Making: A Comparison of Wax, PVA, Silicone, and PTFE

The right release agent can make or break the molding process. Use too much, and you’ll lose surface detail. Use too little, and the casting will stick to the mold. This guide compares...

Branche: Kunst, Modell- & Formenbau Typ: Vergleich Welt: Formenbau & Abformung

07.04.2026

Silikon für Formenbau: Der komplette Leitfaden. Materialwahl, Verarbeitung, Fehlervermeidung

Are you planning your first mold-making project with silicone—or looking for a better solution for your mass production? This guide explains how to choose the right silicone, avoid mistakes...

Branche: Kunst, Modell- & Formenbau Typ: Ratgeber Welt: Formenbau & Abformung

07.04.2026

A Day Without Silicone

Contents I. 6:30 a.m. II. The Commute — Electric Mobility and Ceramification III. Waterfalls, War, and Sticky Masses — The History of Silicone IV. A Sphere Barely Larger Than a Marble — The...

Typ: Anwendungsfall Welt: Silikone

03.04.2026

Potting compounds & electrical casting resins for electronics: epoxy, silicone, or PU?

Electronic assemblies must be reliably protected against moisture, mechanical stress, and temperature fluctuations. Electrical casting resins and potting solutions offer this protection—but which material is the right one? This technical article compares epoxy, silicone, and...

Branche: Elektronik & Leiterplatten Eigenschaft: Elektrisch isolierend Typ: Vergleich Welt: Vergiessen & Elektronikschutz

30.03.2026

Silicone Rubber: The Complete Guide to Types, Applications, and Market Trends Through 2026

What is silicone rubber, and what makes it so special? Silicone rubber is a synthetic elastomer made from silicon, oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. Unlike traditional...

Eigenschaft: Temperaturbeständig Typ: Ratgeber Welt: Silikone

27.03.2026

Thermally conductive potting compounds: λ values explained | SILITECH

When power electronics overheat, even the best heat sink is useless—unless the heat can escape from the encapsulated component. Thermally conductive potting compounds with a high λ value do just that: they protect electronics from environmental influences while simultaneously conducting away heat loss...

Branche: Elektronik & Leiterplatten Eigenschaft: Wärmeleitfähig Typ: Ratgeber Welt: Vergiessen & Elektronikschutz

24.02.2026

Biocompatible silicones: ISO 10993 and USP Class VI at a glance | SILITECH

Patient safety is paramount in medical technology. Silicones that come into direct or indirect contact with the human body must meet strict biocompatibility requirements. This guide explains the two most important standards—ISO 10993 and...

Branche: Medizintechnik Eigenschaft: Biokompatibel Marke: Elkem Typ: Ratgeber Welt: Silikone

22.02.2026

E-Mobility Battery Assembly: Adhesives and potting compounds for battery packs | SILITECH

The assembly of lithium-ion battery packs for electric vehicles places the highest demands on joining technologies. Adhesives, potting compounds, and seals do much more than just provide mechanical fixation: they ensure thermal management, crash safety, electrical insulation, and protection...

Branche: E-Mobility & Batterie Eigenschaft: Elektrisch isolierend Eigenschaft: Wärmeleitfähig Typ: Anwendungsfall Welt: Vergiessen & Elektronikschutz

22.02.2026

Conformal Coatings: Comparison of Protective Coatings for Printed Circuit Boards | SILITECH

Electronic assemblies are exposed to numerous environmental influences during operation: moisture, dust, chemicals, temperature changes, and mechanical stress. Conformal coatings—thin protective layers that adapt to the geometry of the printed circuit board—form the first line of defense against...

Branche: Elektronik & Leiterplatten Typ: Vergleich Welt: Vergiessen & Elektronikschutz

22.02.2026

Permabond Adhesives: Product Range, Technical Data & Comparison with Loctite

Permabond is one of the world's leading manufacturers of industrial adhesives, ranging from cyanoacrylates and structural epoxies to anaerobic adhesives. Since developing the original Eastman 910 (the first commercial instant adhesive), the company has focused on high-performance...

Branche: Maschinenbau & Industrie Eigenschaft: Hochfest Marke: Permabond Typ: Steckbrief Welt: Kleben & Dichten

22.02.2026

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