Parylene for use in Bio-Medical implantable devices

Posted by Sean Horn on Tue, Jun 12, 2012

Whenever implantable devices come into contact with the human body, long term protection against body fluids, enzymes, proteins, and lipids is vital.  Bio-medical surfaces typically require coating to protect from moisture, chemicals, and other potentially harmful substances. A downfall for wet chemistry, liquid coatings such as silicones, acrylics, epoxy, or urethanes is that they do […]

Rugged electronics and conformal coating

Posted by Sean Horn on Thu, Jun 7, 2012

With an increased military presence throughout the world, as well as our dependence on electronics for critical functions, it is no surprise the defense and electronics industries are turning to ruggedized electronics.  The market has expanded to over $500 million dollars through the end of 2011.

Silicone Conformal Coating offers many benefits

Posted by Sean Horn on Mon, Jun 4, 2012

Silicone conformal coating is becoming an increasingly popular choice for conformal coating applications.  Because of its high temperature capabilities, moisture protection, and ease of application/rework, people are strongly considering silicone coatings for their projects.