Different ways to deal with solvents in conformal coatings

Posted by Sean Horn on Tue, May 29, 2012

Option 1: Regularly measure the solvent exposure to operators. Solvents can be used safely.  However, the exposure of the operator to the solvent fumes must be REGULARLY measured and RECORDED. This ensures a safe operating environment and if an OSHA problem does arise in the future, evidence exists to rule out the conformal coating process […]

Why Use an Automated Conformal Coating Spray Robot

Posted by Sean Horn on Mon, May 21, 2012

A typical conformal coating selective robotic spray process consists of a programmable XYZ coordinate platform with a valve or valves attached to a controllable arm, depositing coating onto a printed circuit board in areas specified by the programmers of the system.  An example of this system is the MACCS 400. Technology varies between the platforms and […]

When Not to Use Acrylic Conformal Coating

Posted by Sean Horn on Wed, May 16, 2012

While acrylic conformal coating does have its many benefits, there are some applications whenever it is not the ideal conformal coating  to be using.  Typically in applications that have exposure to solvents, high temperature requirements, or require coating hardness, acrylic conformal coating should not be used.  Solvent exposure In applications that have an exposure to solvents, acrylic [&h