Here are the 7 types of thermal interface materials: Thermal gap fillers Phase-change thermal gap filler pads Thermally conductive attachment tape Cure-in-place potting and underfill materials Thermally conductive electrical insulator pads Thin heat spreaders Thermal greases Thermal interface materials (TIMs) are critical to maintaining the safety and functionality of heat-generating components within an electronic device. […]
What are Conductive Elastomer Gaskets? Conductive elastomers easily fill gaps between mating surfaces while blocking environmental challenges such as moisture, dust, chemical exposure, temperature, and more. In doing so, EMI is shielded effectively and the shielding itself is protected from outlying factors, strengthening the device performance, quality, and over a lifetime. What was once a […]
When working with applications that require liquid thermal interface materials such as thermal gel, understanding the properties of that material is essential in a means to expand the longevity of the application at hand. If these technical specifications are overlooked without careful scrutiny, it could have immediate and/or latent implications on your project – and […]
What are Phase Change Materials (PCM)? A phase change material is a term used for any material that both absorbs and releases heat as it changes physical state, such as from a solid to a liquid, and vice-versa. As an output for this reaction, the material will typically become either warmer or cooler depending on […]
Traditionally, manufacturers have taken to mechanical fasteners when bonding parts, such as screws, nuts, bolts and welds. As technology has evolved and processes change, adhesive methods have become more widely accepted in place of their mechanical counterparts. These solutions are more cost-efficient and offer several advantages over mechanical fasteners when it comes to overall performance […]