Key points of the article
- On May 27 at 11:00 AM, a webinar will be held with Enrico Quagliato dedicated to the role of silicones in electronic design.
- PCBs and electronic components are exposed to increasingly critical thermal cycles, humidity, vibrations, and mechanical stresses.
- Silicones for electronics can improve the reliability, thermal management, and environmental resistance of electronic devices.
- The choice of material directly affects adhesion, durability, and system behavior over time.
The webinar will explore the differences between silicones for electronics and traditional organic materials, failure modes, and application selection criteria.
After Focus on PCB 2026, Mascherpa the series of in-depth sessions dedicated to electronic protection continues with a new technical webinar focused on the role of silicones in the design of devices electronic.
The webinar, held by Enrico Quagliato on May 27 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (CET), will examine how silicone materials influence the reliability, thermal management, adhesion, and durability of electronic systems in critical operating conditions.
Index
- Why talk about silicone in electronic devices
- What topics will the webinar on silicones for electronics cover
- Who is the webinar on silicone for electronics for
- Why take part in the webinar on silicones for electronics
- How to participate in the webinar?
- Stay updated on materials for electronic protection
Why talk about silicone in electronic devices
The increasing complexity of electronic devices exposes PCBs and components to increasingly severe operating conditions, which can compromise reliability and continuity over time:
- continuous thermal cycles;
- humidity;
- contaminants;
- vibrations;
- mechanical stresses.
In this context, the protection material is not a simple accessory, but a design variable that directly influences the performance of the electronic device.
Silicone materials are often used for their ability to ensure:
- thermal stability over wide operating ranges;
- management of mechanical stress;
- reliability in thermal cycles;
- resistance to environmental agents.
However, silicone for electronics is not always automatically the correct choice.
Every application presents different operating conditions, materials, and criticalities that must be carefully evaluated during the design phase. The choice of the correct material affects:
- adhesion;
- behavior at interfaces;
- expansion management;
- overall system reliability over time.
For this reason, it is essential to understand when to use silicones for electronics, what advantages they offer, and what aspects must be considered before their application.
What topics will the webinar on silicones for electronics cover
The webinar will provide a technical overview of the role of silicone materials in electronic design.
During the webinar, Enrico Quagliato will practically analyze the role of silicones in electronic systems:
- Differences between silicone materials and traditional organic materials;
- How silicones for electronics manage thermal cycles, stress, and expansion;
- Impact of the material on reliability and failure modes;
- Behavior at interfaces and implications for adhesion;
- Available silicone technologies: coating, potting, gel, TIM, adhesives;
- How to choose the material based on the actual application.
A technical in-depth look that goes beyond the product and into design logic.
The goal will be to understand how to choose the material based on the actual application, operating conditions, and performance requirements of the electronic device. A technical approach that goes beyond the product and focuses on the design logic guiding the selection of materials.
Who is the webinar on silicone for electronics for
The webinar is designed for electronic designers, PCB engineers, R&D managers, process technicians, and companies that develop or assemble electronic devices.
It is particularly suitable for those operating in contexts where reliability, thermal management, and electronic protection represent critical aspects for the durability of the final product.
Why take part in the webinar on silicones for electronics
Participating in the webinar dedicated to the importance of silicone in the production of electronic devices means having the opportunity to:
- understand the role of silicone in electronic design;
- avoid choices inconsistent with operating conditions;
- reduce the risk of failure over time;
- improve the reliability and durability of devices;
- engage directly with an industry expert.
How to participate in the webinar?
By participating in this webinar, you will have the opportunity to explore the role of silicone materials in electronic systems and understand how the choice of material can directly influence the reliability, performance, and durability of devices.
It will be a valuable opportunity to analyze real problems related to thermal cycles, mechanical stresses, adhesion, and electronic protection, discussing practical application approaches and design criteria.
Stay updated on materials for electronic protection
In addition to the webinar held by Enrico Quagliato, on the Mascherpa website you can find articles, technical insights, and videos dedicated to materials for electronic protection, conformal coatings, and solutions to improve the reliability and operational continuity of PCB boards.
To address the topic of electronic protection from all angles, visit the dedicated Mascherpa Expert page or contact our experts directly.
