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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...

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24.02.2026

Bio-resin: Comparison of bio-based casting resins

Bio-resins—bio-based casting resins—replace some of the petroleum-based raw materials with plant-based resources such as vegetable oils, cashew nut shells, or tree resins. The market for sustainable resin systems is growing rapidly, especially in the arts and crafts sector (resin art, river tables),...

Bio-based epoxy resin Bio Resin Bio-resin Potting & Coating Bio-based casting resin Eco-friendly casting resin

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...

ISO 10993 Silicones USP Class VI biocompatibility Biocompatible silicone medical technology silicone

23.02.2026

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...

Electric Mobility Adhesives & Sealing Potting & Coating Bonding Batteries Battery pack adhesive Battery Assembly Thermal Interface Materials Battery encapsulant

23.02.2026

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...

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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...

Adhesives & Sealing Permabond Permabond 105 Permabond 731 Permabond 737 Permabond 825 Permabond ES5681 Permabond ET5162 Permabond ET5422 Permabond Adhesive Permabond POP Primer

22.02.2026

Bluesil Silicones: Elkem Product Range Overview | 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...

Bluesil Bluesil RTV 3325 Bluesil RTV 3428 Rhodorsil Rhodorsil Paste 4 Silicones

22.02.2026

Loctite 5910: Silicone Flange Gasket (FIPG)

Loctite SI 5910 is a black, low-strength RTV silicone sealant for flexible flange connections. As a FIPG (Formed-In-Place-Gasket) product, the sealant is applied directly to the flange and replaces prefabricated flat gaskets. The 5910 is particularly suitable for applications that...

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22.02.2026

Loctite 638: High-strength shaft-hub joint

Loctite 638 is a high-strength, anaerobic bonding adhesive for cylindrical joints – shaft-hub, bearing seat, bushing-housing. The green, single-component adhesive cures without air between metal surfaces and achieves shear strengths of up to 31 N/mm². It replaces press fits and...

Assembly adhesive Adhesives & Sealants Loctite 638 Loctite 638 Data Sheet Shaft-hub connection Anaerobic adhesive

22.02.2026

Bonding metal without welding: 5 high-performance adhesives compared | SILITECH

Bonding metal without welding: 5 high-performance adhesives compared Metal joints without heat, distortion, or time-consuming post-processing: Modern high-performance adhesives achieve shear strength...

Adhesives & Sealing

16.02.2026

Choosing the right Shore hardness: Explained from 0A to 90A | SILITECH

Choosing the right Shore hardness: Explaining 0A to 90A Shore hardness is one of the most important material properties when selecting silicones. It determines whether a component is soft and flexible or firm and rigid.

silicones

16.02.2026

RTV-1 vs. RTV-2 Silicones: The Complete Comparison | SILITECH

RTV-1 vs. RTV-2 Silicones: The Complete Comparison When selecting the right silicone for technical applications, one is often faced with the fundamental question: RTV-1 or RTV-2? The designation RTV stands for...

silicones

16.02.2026

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