{"id":40755,"date":"2026-10-08T18:05:53","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T16:05:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/non-categorizzato\/"},"modified":"2026-10-08T18:13:42","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T16:13:42","slug":"electronic-encapsulants-a-guide-to-protecting-printed-circuit-boards-pcbs-and-electronic-devices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/blog\/electronic-encapsulants-a-guide-to-protecting-printed-circuit-boards-pcbs-and-electronic-devices\/","title":{"rendered":"Electronic encapsulants: a guide to protecting printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electronic devices"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#f7f7f7&#8243; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; 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animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Key points on electronic encapsulants<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"nectar-fancy-ul\" data-list-icon=\"icon-salient-check\" data-animation=\"true\" data-animation-delay=\"0\" data-color=\"accent-color\" data-spacing=\"default\" data-alignment=\"left\"> \n<ul>\n<li><b>Potting<\/b> allows for the <b>protection<\/b> of the <b>PCB<\/b> or electronic device by <b>completely<\/b> or <b>partially<\/b> encasing it in an <b>insulating material<\/b>.<\/li>\n<li><b>Epoxy<\/b>, <b>polyurethane<\/b>, and <b>silicone encapsulants<\/b> have different thermal, mechanical, and electrical characteristics.<\/li>\n<li>The choice of <b>potting resin<\/b> depends on temperature, humidity, chemical agents, vibrations, insulation, and thermal management.<\/li>\n<li>There are rigid, flexible, thermally conductive, one- and two-component <b>electronic encapsulants<\/b>, as well as high-transparency formulations.<\/li>\n<li>The correct solution depends not only on the chemical family but on the <b>required behavior<\/b> of the material in the actual application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; custom_height=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Electronic encapsulants are used to <b>protect printed circuit boards<\/b> and <b>electronic components<\/b> when the device must continue to operate in the presence of:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>humidity,<\/li>\n<li>contaminants,<\/li>\n<li>vibrations,<\/li>\n<li>mechanical shocks,<\/li>\n<li>temperature variations,<\/li>\n<li>other critical operating conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, not all <b>resins for printed circuit boards<\/b> respond to these operating conditions in the same way. <b>Epoxy<\/b>, <b>polyurethane<\/b>, and <b>silicone encapsulants<\/b> exhibit different characteristics, and the choice must be based on the application, the environment of use, and the performance required of the electronic system.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;No Line&#8221; 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background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2>Index<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#1\">What are potting resins and electronic encapsulants<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#2\">What is meant by potting and encapsulation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#3\">What is potting used for<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#4\">Which resins are used for printed circuit boards<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#5\">Epoxy encapsulants<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#6\">Polyurethane encapsulants<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#7\">Silicone encapsulants<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#8\">Comparison between the 3 technologies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#9\">Applications of resins for electronics<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#10\">Mechanical and environmental protection<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#11\">Electrical insulation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#12\">Electrical windings and motors<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#13\">Heat dissipation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#14\">Lighting and optical applications<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#15\">How to choose the potting resin<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#16\">Temperature and thermal cycles<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#17\">Humidity, water, and chemical agents<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#18\">Mechanical stresses<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#19\">Electrical properties<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#20\">Thermal management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#21\">Production process<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#22\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#23\">Potting resins and encapsulants: the Mascherpa range<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; 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column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>What are potting resins and electronic encapsulants<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<em>Electronic encapsulants are materials used to <b>insulate<\/b> and <b>protect<\/b> boards, circuits, and electronic components from conditions that could compromise their performance and reliability.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Through <b>encapsulation<\/b>, the material <b>surrounds<\/b> the <b>component<\/b> or <b>assembly<\/b> and creates a more <b>substantial<\/b> <b>protection<\/b> than a simple surface coating. For this reason, <b>electronic encapsulating resins<\/b> are primarily used when the device is intended for <b>demanding<\/b> operating <b>conditions<\/b>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;2&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>What is meant by potting and encapsulation<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<em>The term <b>potting<\/b> generally refers to <b>filling<\/b> a <b>container<\/b> or an <b>electronic assembly<\/b> with a compound that, after polymerization, <b>encases<\/b> the <b>system<\/b>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><b>Encapsulation<\/b>, on the other hand, can also involve <b>individual components<\/b> or <b>specific areas<\/b> of the device.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>In practice, the two terms belong to the same technological field and share a common goal: to <b>create<\/b> a <b>protective barrier<\/b> between the <b>electronics<\/b> and the <b>operating environment<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/elettronica\/resine-e-incapsulanti\/\"><b>Resin and encapsulant<\/b><\/a> do not, therefore, identify a single chemistry. There are <b>epoxy, polyurethane, and silicone<\/b> formulations, one-component and two-component, rigid or flexible, dielectric, thermally conductive, and formulated for specific application requirements.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;3&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>What is potting used for<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]A <b>printed circuit board<\/b> does not necessarily work in a controlled environment. Temperature, humidity, contaminants, vibrations, and shock can act simultaneously on the materials and interfaces present in the assembly. <\/p>\n<p>A <b>resin for electronic protection<\/b> can contribute to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>electrically insulating<\/b> components and connections;<\/li>\n<li><b>protecting<\/b> against water, humidity, and contaminants;<\/li>\n<li><b>limiting<\/b> the <b>effects<\/b> of <b>vibrations<\/b> and <b>mechanical shocks<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li><b>protecting<\/b> against <b>chemical agents<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li>supporting the <b>management<\/b> of <b>temperature<\/b> <b>variations<\/b>;<\/li>\n<li>in specific formulations, <b>promoting<\/b> <b>heat<\/b> <b>transfer<\/b>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The level of protection is one of the aspects that distinguishes <b>potting<\/b> from <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/conformal-coating-2\/\"><b>conformal coating<\/b><\/a>. The latter creates a thin film that follows the profile of the PCB, whereas in <b>potting<\/b>, the <b>amount<\/b> of <b>material<\/b> used is significantly <b>greater<\/b> and can <b>completely encase<\/b> the <b>assembly<\/b>. <\/p>\n<p>This does not mean that one technology is always preferable to the other. They are different solutions, to be chosen based on geometry, the required level of protection, the possibility of rework, and the expected operating conditions.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;40749&#8243; image_size=&#8221;full&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width_mobile=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;entrance&#8221; animation=&#8221;None&#8221; animation_movement_type=&#8221;transform_y&#8221; hover_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;20px&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;small_depth&#8221; image_loading=&#8221;default&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;4&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Which resins are used for printed circuit boards<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Three main families of materials are used for <b>potting<\/b> and <b>electronic encapsulation<\/b>:[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;5&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>Epoxy encapsulants<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<em><b>Epoxy encapsulants<\/b> include formulations generally characterized by good <b>electrical<\/b> properties, <b>adhesion<\/b>, and <b>mechanical<\/b> and <b>chemical resistance<\/b>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>However, very different behaviors exist within the same family. <b>Rigid systems<\/b> for <b>high mechanical protection<\/b>, more <b>flexible<\/b> <b>formulations<\/b> designed to <b>limit<\/b> <b>stress<\/b> on components, <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/elettronica\/materiali-termoconduttivi\/\"><b>thermally conductive products<\/b><\/a>, and <b>one-<\/b> or <b>two-component<\/b> systems are available. <\/p>\n<p>For this reason, it is incorrect to automatically associate &#8220;epoxy&#8221; with a single behavior.<\/p>\n<p>A system such as <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/araldite-cy-221-aradur-hy-2966\/\"><b>ARALDITE\u00ae CY 221 \/ ARADUR\u00ae HY 2966<\/b><\/a>, for example, is designed for <b>low-stress encapsulation<\/b> and combines <b>electrical properties<\/b>, <b>thermal shock resistance<\/b>, and <b>elastic behavior<\/b>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/araldite-xb-2252-1-xb-2253-1\/\"><b>ARALDITE\u00ae XB 2252-1 \/ XB 2253-1<\/b><\/a> is instead a <b>thermally conductive<\/b> epoxy system with good <b>dielectric and mechanical properties<\/b>, good resistance to <b>thermal shock<\/b>, and high <b>thermal resistance<\/b>. It is used, for example, in the encapsulation of <b>capacitors, filters, and transformers<\/b>. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/araldite-cw-2243-1l\/\"><b>ARALDITE\u00ae CW 2243-1L<\/b><\/a> is a <b>semi-rigid and thermally conductive<\/b> epoxy system, characterized by <b>low viscosity<\/b>, flexible casting, and good resistance to <b>thermal shock<\/b>. It is suitable for applications such as <b>switches, voltage regulators, and transformers<\/b>. <\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/marchi\/electrolube\/\"><b>Electrolube<\/b><\/a> range, on the other hand, includes different solutions. <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/electrolube-er2188-epoxy-resin\/\"><b>ER2188<\/b><\/a> is a general-purpose <b>epoxy resin<\/b> with good <b>electrical<\/b>, <b>adhesion<\/b>, and <b>chemical<\/b> and <b>water resistance<\/b> properties, while <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/electrolube-er2220-epoxy-resin\/\"><b>ER2220<\/b><\/a> combines environmental protection with thermal dissipation capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>Among the <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/marchi\/mg-chemicals\/\"><b>MG Chemicals<\/b><\/a> <b>encapsulants<\/b> selected for this application, we find systems with even more varied characteristics.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221; class=&#8221;table-scroll&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Product<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Main features<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/araldite-cy-221-aradur-hy-2966\/\">ARALDITE\u00ae CY 221 \/ ARADUR\u00ae HY 2966<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Two-component epoxy<\/td>\n<td>Elastic system for low-stress encapsulation, good electrical properties, and thermal shock resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/electrolube-er2188-epoxy-resin\/\">Electrolube ER2188<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Epoxy<\/td>\n<td>General purpose, good chemical and water resistance, adhesion, and electrical properties<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/electrolube-er2220-epoxy-resin\/\">Electrolube ER2220<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Epoxy<\/td>\n<td>PCB encapsulation, environmental protection, thermal dissipation, and flame retardant formulation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/mg-chemicals-832hd\/\">MG Chemicals 832HD<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Two-component epoxy<\/td>\n<td>Rigid PCB encapsulant, electrical insulation, and water and moisture resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/mg-chemicals-832fx\/\">MG Chemicals 832FX<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Two-component epoxy<\/td>\n<td>Flexible formulation designed for applications subjected to thermal cycles and rapid temperature variations<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/mg-chemicals-832tc\/\">MG Chemicals 832TC<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Thermally conductive two-component epoxy<\/td>\n<td>Encapsulation with thermal management, electrical insulation, and moisture protection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/mg-chemicals-9510-one-part-epoxy-potting-compound\/\">MG Chemicals 9510<\/a><\/td>\n<td>One-component epoxy<\/td>\n<td>Ready to use, requires no mixing, heat curing, electrical insulation, and chemical resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; 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animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>Polyurethane encapsulants<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<b>Polyurethane encapsulants<\/b> represent another family widely used in <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/elettronica\/\"><b>electronic protection<\/b><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Available formulations can offer high <b>toughness<\/b>, <b>flexibility<\/b>, and <b>resistance<\/b> to <b>water<\/b> and <b>humidity<\/b>. These characteristics make them particularly interesting when the system must <b>withstand mechanical stress<\/b> or when an excessively rigid structure would risk transferring <b>stresses<\/b> directly <b>to the components<\/b>. <\/p>\n<p>Even within polyurethanes, performance can change significantly depending on the formulation. Some products prioritize resistance to water and marine environments, others chemical resistance, reworkability, thermal management, or lighting applications.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221; class=&#8221;table-scroll&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Product<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Main features<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/arathane-cw-5620-arathane-hy-5610\/\">ARATHANE\u00ae CW 5620 \/ HY 5610<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Two-component polyurethane<\/td>\n<td>High-temperature system, thermally conductive and halogen-free<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/arathane-vb-u-6912-p-polyol-vb-u001-b-isocian\/\">ARATHANE\u00ae VB U 6912 P \/ VB U001\/B<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Two-component polyurethane<\/td>\n<td>Good electrical properties, easy pourability, thermal shock absorption, and low-stress encapsulation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/electrolube-ur5041-polyurethane-resin\/\">Electrolube UR5041<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Polyurethane<\/td>\n<td>High toughness, tear resistance, and seawater resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/electrolube-ur5118-polyurethane-resin\/\">Electrolube UR5118<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Polyurethane<\/td>\n<td>Good electrical properties, low water absorption, high toughness, and seawater resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/electrolube-ur5634-polyurethane-resin\/\">Electrolube UR5634<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Polyurethane<\/td>\n<td>Low viscosity, suitable for LED encapsulation, and resistant to water and mold formation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/electrolube-ur5635-polyurethane-resin\/\">Electrolube UR5635<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Polyurethane<\/td>\n<td>Low viscosity and formulation suitable for LED applications in different environmental conditions<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Flexibility is therefore not the only parameter that identifies a polyurethane encapsulant. For selection, the chemical base of the formulation, the environment of use, and the expected exposure to water, humidity, solvents, and temperature must also be evaluated.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;7&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>Silicone encapsulants<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<em><b>Silicone encapsulants<\/b> are particularly interesting when <b>reliability<\/b> must be <b>maintained<\/b> in the presence of <b>strong variations<\/b> in operating conditions.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The structure of silicones allows for the combination of <b>thermal stability<\/b> and <b>low elastic modulus<\/b>. The material can therefore <b>deform, absorbing<\/b> part of the <b>stresses<\/b> generated by differences in expansion between PCB, copper, components, ceramics, plastics, and metals. <\/p>\n<p>This behavior becomes especially relevant in systems subjected to repeated thermal cycles, vibrations, and shocks.<\/p>\n<p>The range includes both <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/dowsil-9\/#elettronica\"><b>DOWSIL\u2122 encapsulants<\/b><\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/en\/sylgard-2\/\"><b>SYLGARD\u2122<\/b><\/a> products, with formulations intended for different needs: low stress, thermal conductivity, optical transparency, low outgassing, or applications in severe environmental conditions.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221; class=&#8221;table-scroll&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; flex_gap_desktop=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Product<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Type<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Main features<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/dowsil-93-500-space-grade-encapsulant-thixotropic\/\">DOWSIL\u2122 93-500<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Two-component silicone<\/td>\n<td>Low outgassing according to <b>ASTM E-595<\/b>, physical and electrical stability, and wide operating range. Specific for aerospace applications <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/dowsil-cn-8760-thermally-conductive-encapsulant\/\">DOWSIL\u2122 CN-8760<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Thermally conductive silicone<\/td>\n<td>Low viscosity, 1:1 ratio, room temperature curing, and moderate heat dissipation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/dowsil-ee-3200-low-stress-silicone-encapsulant\/\">DOWSIL\u2122 EE-3200 GEL<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Low-stress silicone<\/td>\n<td>Reduction of stress on components, moderate thermal dissipation, and good primerless adhesion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/dowsil-ei-2888-primerless-silicone-encapsulant-kit\/\">DOWSIL\u2122 EI-2888<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Optically transparent primerless silicone<\/td>\n<td>Low viscosity, good primerless adhesion, with high optical performance for lighting applications<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/dowsil-tc-6020-thermally-conductive-encapsulant\/\">DOWSIL\u2122 TC-6020<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Thermally conductive two-component silicone<\/td>\n<td>Medium viscosity, good dielectric properties, good thermal dissipation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/sylgard-170-silicone-elastomer-kit\/\">SYLGARD\u2122 170<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Two-component silicone<\/td>\n<td>Low viscosity, flexibility over a wide temperature range, and moderate thermal conductivity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/sylgard-184-silicone-elastomer-kit\/\">SYLGARD\u2122 184<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Optically transparent two-component silicone<\/td>\n<td>Good dielectric properties, high transparency, and flexibility over a wide thermal range<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/sylgard-567-primerless-silicone-encapsulant-kit\/\">SYLGARD\u2122 567<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Two-component silicone<\/td>\n<td>1:1 ratio, low viscosity, heat curing, good dielectric properties<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/prodotti\/sylgard-q3-3600-thermally-conductive-encapsulant\/\">SYLGARD\u2122 Q3-3600<\/a><\/td>\n<td>Thermally conductive two-component silicone<\/td>\n<td>Low-viscosity encapsulant, good thermal conductivity, long open time, and heat curing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]This variety also allows for finding <b>high optical transparency encapsulants for <a href=\"https:\/\/mascherpa.it\/guida-prodotto\/industrie\/lighting\/\">lighting<\/a> applications<\/b>, as well as formulations intended for thermal management or the protection of power electronics.<\/p>\n<p>However, silicones are not a universal solution. Compared to some organic materials, they may exhibit lower initial adhesion, higher costs, and greater gas permeability. 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column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>Mechanical stresses<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]Vibrations, impacts, and movements of the device require attention in the choice of material and its ability to absorb such stresses.<\/p>\n<p>An encapsulant that is too rigid can transfer stresses to the interfaces and components, while a more flexible formulation can reduce stresses in dynamic applications.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; row_position_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;19&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; 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width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h3><strong>Electrical properties<\/strong><\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]For <b>dielectric encapsulants<\/b>, dielectric strength, insulation, and stability of properties during the life of the device must be considered.<\/p>\n<p>It is not only the initial value that matters, but the ability to maintain it after exposure to actual operating conditions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; 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text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]The <b>resin<\/b> must also be compatible with the process.<\/p>\n<p>Parameters to evaluate include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>one-component or two-component;<\/li>\n<li>mixing ratio;<\/li>\n<li>viscosity and ability to fill cavities and complex geometries;<\/li>\n<li>pot life and gel time;<\/li>\n<li>room temperature or heat curing;<\/li>\n<li>possible need for primers or surface pretreatments;<\/li>\n<li>possible need for degassing;<\/li>\n<li>possibility of automating mixing and dispensing;<\/li>\n<li>future need to rework the circuit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A material that is technically correct but incompatible with the production process cannot be used effectively.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; 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background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]\n<h2><strong>Frequently asked questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][toggles style=&#8221;minimal&#8221;][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;What is an encapsulation or potting resin?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]An <b>encapsulation or potting<\/b> <b>resin<\/b> is a material used to <b>encase<\/b> and <b>protect electronic components<\/b> or <b>assemblies<\/b>. It can provide <b>electrical insulation<\/b> and <b>protection<\/b> from environmental and mechanical conditions, with different characteristics depending on the formulation and technology used. It is used when more substantial protection is required compared to a surface coating of the PCB.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;How to protect an electronic board from humidity?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]The solution depends on the level of protection required. For <b>surface protection<\/b>, a <b>conformal coating<\/b> can be used; when a <b>more substantial barrier<\/b> is needed, <b>resins<\/b> and <b>encapsulants<\/b> can be employed. The chemistry must be chosen by also considering temperature, vibrations, chemicals, and the possibility of rework.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;What is the most suitable insulating resin for electronics?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]There is no universally best <b>insulating resin<\/b>. <b>Epoxy<\/b>, <b>polyurethane<\/b>, and <b>silicone encapsulants<\/b> can all offer good <b>dielectric properties<\/b>, but they differ in rigidity, flexibility, thermal behavior, environmental resistance, and application process.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;What is the difference between epoxy and polyurethane resin for electronics?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]The difference depends on the specific formulation. In general, <b>epoxy resins<\/b> can offer <b>high adhesion<\/b>, <b>rigidity<\/b>, and <b>chemical resistance<\/b>, while many <b>polyurethane systems<\/b> prioritize <b>toughness<\/b> and <b>flexibility<\/b> and are available in formulations designed for humid environments or applications subjected to vibration. The choice must always be based on the actual requirements of the application.[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;When to choose a silicone encapsulant?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_direction=&#8221;default&#8221;]<b>Silicone encapsulants<\/b> are particularly suitable when <b>flexibility<\/b>, <b>stress management<\/b>, <b>stability<\/b> over <b>wide<\/b> <b>temperature<\/b> ranges, and <b>reliability<\/b> during <b>repeated thermal cycles<\/b> are required. 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