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Silicone mold for concrete: tear resistance, Shore hardness and release agent

Silicone molds for concrete: tear resistance, Shore hardness, and release agents. Concrete casting is difficult to mold: heavy, often undercut parts, alkaline material, and many impressions. A silicone mold must...

Industry: Construction & Building Brand: SILISIL Type: Application World: Mold Making & Molding World: Silicones

16.06.2026

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Gluing POM: why it's difficult

Bonding POM: Why it's difficult. Polyoxymethylene (POM, acetal) is strong, slippery, and chemically resistant – and that's precisely what makes it one of the most difficult plastics to bond. Without pretreatment...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Brand: Henkel/Loctite Type: Application World: Bonding & Sealing

16.06.2026

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Bonding polycarbonate without stress cracks

Bonding polycarbonate without stress cracks: Polycarbonate is impact-resistant and transparent – but sensitive to the wrong adhesive: solvents and some superglues trigger stress cracks that can...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Property: Transparent Brand: Henkel/Loctite Type: Application World: Bonding & Sealing

16.06.2026

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Glue silicone to aluminum

Adhering silicone to aluminum: Silicone does not adhere to bare aluminum on its own – the oxide layer and low surface energy make a permanent bond challenging. With the right...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing Property: UV & weather resistant Type: Application World: Bonding & Sealing World: Silicones

16.06.2026

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Thread sealant for hydraulic fittings

Thread sealant for hydraulic fittings: Hydraulic fittings must remain leak-proof under high pressure and must not loosen due to vibration. Anaerobic thread sealants fill the thread...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing Property: Chemical Resistant Brand: Henkel/Loctite Brand: Permabond Type: Application World: Bonding & Sealing

16.06.2026

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Threadlocker on oily threads

Threadlocking on oily threads: In practice, threads are rarely grease-free: cutting, lubricating, and corrosion-inhibiting oils remain on the component. Anaerobic threadlockers can tolerate a light oil film...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing Property: Chemical Resistant Brand: Henkel/Loctite Brand: Permabond Type: Application World: Bonding & Sealing

16.06.2026

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Thermally conductive potting compound for batteries and BMS

Thermally conductive potting compound for batteries and BMS. In battery modules and BMS, thermal management determines performance, lifespan, and safety. Thermally conductive potting and gap filler materials...

Industry: E-Mobility & Battery Industry: Energy & High Voltage Property: Electrically insulating Property: Thermally conductive Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application World: Encapsulation & Electronic Protection

16.06.2026

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Electronics protection against salt, fog and fluctuating humidity

Electronic protection against salt, fog and fluctuating humidity: Coastal areas, marine environments, road traffic and industrial atmospheres expose electronics to a particularly aggressive combination of: salt, fog and...

Industry: Electronics & Printed Circuit Boards Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Property: Chemical Resistant Property: Electrically Insulating Brand: SILISIL Type: Application World: Surface Treatment & Corrosion Protection World: Potting & Electronic Protection

16.06.2026

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Protecting printed circuit boards from condensation: why IP protection alone is not enough

Protecting printed circuit boards from condensation: why IP protection alone is not enough. Condensation is one of the most underestimated causes of failure in electronics. It forms precisely where it is least expected...

Industry: Electronics & Printed Circuit Boards Property: Electrically insulating Property: UV & weather resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application World: Surface treatment & corrosion protection World: Potting & electronic protection

16.06.2026

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Potting compound for high-voltage components

Potting compound for high-voltage components. At high voltage, the potting system determines breakdown, partial discharge, and service life. The most significant obstacle is air inclusions – even the smallest air pockets...

Industry: Electronics & Printed Circuit Boards Industry: Energy & High Voltage Property: Electrically Insulating Property: Temperature Resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application World: Encapsulation & Electronic Protection

15.06.2026

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Potting compound for connectors and cable exits

Potting compound for connectors and cable exits. Connectors and cable exits are the most mechanically and sealingly critical points in an assembly. Potting provides three benefits here: ...

Industry: Electronics & Printed Circuit Boards Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Property: Electrically Insulating Property: Temperature Resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application World: Encapsulation & Electronic Protection

15.06.2026

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Potting compound for outdoor sensors

Potting compound for outdoor sensors. Sensors used outdoors are constantly exposed to moisture, UV radiation, temperature fluctuations, and various media. Potting reliably protects the electronics – but must not compromise the...

Industry: Electronics & Printed Circuit Boards Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Property: Electrically insulating Property: Temperature resistant Property: UV & weather resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application World: Encapsulation & Electronic Protection

15.06.2026

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