Parylene and Tin Whiskers

Posted by Sean Horn on Tue, Nov 26, 2013

Tin whiskers have long been a frustrating occurrence for those manufacturing and using electronic devices. First discovered in the 1940s, the whiskering of metal has been the cause of serious problems including the damaging of vital and difficult to replace equipment. Finding ways to prevent or slow the growth of whiskers has been a focus […]

Parylene: Making a Difference Across Many Markets

Posted by Sean Horn on Fri, Nov 22, 2013

Parylene conformal coatings are used in many different industries. With their hardness, chemical inertness and ability to perfectly coat any surface, they have expanded well beyond their original military and aerospace applications. Whether it’s a protective coating for an LED or a protective shell around a coronary artery stent, the compound is found in places […]

Parylene propels MEMS design

Posted by Sean Horn on Wed, Nov 6, 2013