TECHNOLOGIES AND SOLUTIONS COMPLIANT WITH AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE SPECIFICATIONS

”An Italian manufacturer of structural carbon components for Boeing programs needs to bond honeycomb panels with supply chain qualification requirements. The solution uses Epocast 1617 A/B, a low-density syntactic with Boeing BMS 5-28 and Airbus approvals, for edge sealing and insert potting, ensuring full traceability to the OEM specification and process repeatability.

Epocast 1617 A/B Strutture aeronautiche

”A manufacturer of wing structures for civil aircraft needs to seal integral fuel tank joints exposed to continuous contact with kerosene and high-altitude pressurization cycles. DOWSIL 730 FS fluorosilicone sealant guarantees chemical resistance to fuels and oils and elasticity within the aircraft's operating range, maintaining the joint seal for the entire service life of the structure.

DOWSIL 730 FS Sigillatura serbatoi alari

”An avionics systems integrator for regional aircraft needs to protect electronic boards exposed to moisture, vibration, and thermal shock in the non-pressurized avionics bay. DOWSIL 1-2577 conformal coating, compliant with MIL-I-46058C, insulates components without altering thermal dissipation, ensuring connection reliability even through repeated power cycles.

DOWSIL 1-2577 Protezione schede avioniche di bordo

”A manufacturer of modules for observation satellites experiences degradation of optical sensors due to CVCM micro-depositions generated by the outgassing of conventional encapsulants in a vacuum. The solution was to switch to DOWSIL 93-500, a NASA SP-R-0022A certified space-grade encapsulant that passes ASTM E595 tests, ensuring optical and electrical stability for the entire life of the satellite.

DOWSIL 93-500 Satellite

”An astronomical research institute needs to bond large-diameter lens pairs for an instrument in a thermally variable environment, with zero mechanical stress and transparency between 370 and 1700 nm. SYLGARD 184 was adopted, a transparent silicone optical adhesive that minimizes stress from different coefficients of thermal expansion without optical absorption.

SYLGARD 184 Ottica spaziale

”A supplier of electromechanical actuators for antenna pointing systems on low-earth orbit satellites must guarantee permanent lubrication of bearings under high vacuum conditions and thermal cycles between -70°C and +180°C, with no possibility of intervention after launch. Krytox 240AC PFPE grease, MIL-PRF-27617 certified with a vapor pressure below 10⁻⁷ torr at 38°C, ensures stable lubrication for the entire mission without risk of optical contamination.

Krytox 240AC Lubrificazione a vita di attuatori per antenne

”A supplier of titanium components for military helicopters experiences systematic seizing of screws during cold assembly, resulting in high rework costs. The life-long application of MOLYKOTE 3400A anti-friction coating (SAE AS5272) uniformizes tightening loads and eliminates seizing.

Molykote 3400A Viteria per elicotteri militari

”A manufacturer of personal protective equipment for defense needs to bond Kevlar® layers and nylon components in the assembly of helmets and body armor without using stitching or rivets that would weaken the structure. Permabond TA4550 structural acrylic adhesive guarantees high impact and delamination resistance, improving the device's durability even after repeated mechanical stress.

Permabond TA4550 Corazze e caschi balistici

”A shipyard engaged in the overhaul of battery packs for a diesel-electric submarine needs to encapsulate the modules in a sealed, tight-space environment where an onboard fire represents a critical risk for the crew. SYLGARD 170 silicone elastomer (MIL-PRF-23586), self-extinguishing and fast-curing at room temperature, encapsulates the modules while dissipating heat generated during charging and discharging, without compromising the restricted maintenance spaces typical of the battery compartment.

SYLGARD 170 Gestione termica batterie di sommergibile

”A manufacturer of multi-function displays (MFD) for civil aircraft cockpits experiences micro-cracks in the protective coating of the panels after repeated thermal excursion cycles at altitude. DOWSIL 3-1953 elastomeric coating, with low mechanical stress, follows the panel's expansion without cracking, maintaining display protection for its entire service life.

DOWSIL 3-1953 Display multifunzione di cabina

”An integrator of consoles for air traffic control towers needs to protect driver boards and sensitive components installed in non-air-conditioned environments, subject to moisture and seasonal thermal fluctuations. SYLGARD 527 dielectric gel encapsulates components without mechanically binding them, absorbing thermal shock stresses and maintaining electrical insulation over time.

SYLGARD 527 Console per torri di controllo

”A manufacturer of cockpit lighting systems needs to protect the connectors of backlight LED modules exposed to continuous vibration and voltage variations. DOWSIL 1-2577 conformal coating, compliant with MIL-I-46058C, insulates contacts while maintaining the LEDs' thermal dissipation, a critical requirement for the lighting system's lifespan.

DOWSIL 1-2577 Retroilluminazione display di cabina