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Addition-curing silicone does not harden: identifying inhibitors

Addition-curing silicone does not cure: Recognizing inhibitors If an addition-curing (platinum-catalyzed) silicone remains tacky or liquid, inhibition is almost always the cause: Certain ...

Brand: SILISIL Type: FAQ World: Mold Making & Casting World: Silicones World: Processing & Metering Technology

16.06.2026

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Selecting the Right Static Mixer: Helix, Quadro, Number of Elements, and Ratio

Selecting the right static mixer: helix, quad, number of elements, and ratio. The static mixer plays a key role in ensuring that a 2K material exits homogeneously. Design, number of elements, diameter, and the appropriate...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Type: Comparison World: Processing & Dispensing Technology

16.06.2026

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Safely Curing UV Adhesives: Curing Chamber, Dose, and Process Control

Curing UV Adhesives Safely: Curing Chamber, Dose, and Process Control Light-curing adhesives cure in seconds once they receive the right light in sufficient dose. This makes them...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Brand: Henkel/Loctite Type: Guide World: Processing & Dispensing Technology

16.06.2026

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Cartridges, containers and connections: choosing the right 2K system

Cartridges, Containers, and Connections: Choosing the Right 2K System 2K materials are usually supplied in double cartridges. For successful dispensing and mixing, the cartridge, connection, mixer, and device must...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Type: Guide World: Processing & Dosing Technology

16.06.2026

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Exothermic Reaction in Epoxy Potting: Risks with Large Volumes

Exothermic Reaction in Epoxy Potting: Risks with Large Volumes Epoxy resins cure while releasing heat. In thin layers this is harmless, but in large potting volumes the heat can accumulate and...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Property: Chemical-resistant Brand: Elkem Type: Guide World: Processing & Dosing Technology World: Potting & Electronic Protection

16.06.2026

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Cracks in Potting: Causes and Material Selection

Cracks in Potting Compound: Causes and Material Selection A cracked potting compound loses its protective effect, moisture and media penetrate, and mechanical support is gone. Cracks almost always have one of a few...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Property: Temperature-resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Guide World: Processing & Dosing Technology World: Potting & Electronic Protection

16.06.2026

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Correctly dosing and mixing 2K systems: Cartridges, static mixers, and mixing ratios

Correctly dosing and mixing 2K systems: cartridge, static mixer, and mixing ratio. Two-component adhesives and potting compounds only cure completely when both components are in the correct ratio...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industrial Type: Guide World: Processing & Dosing Technology

15.06.2026

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