Knowledge Center | SILITECH AG

19 items

World: Potting & Electronic Protection ×

Potting Electronics: Step-by-Step Guide

From material to curing: How to pot electronics step by step – with tips against bubbles and incomplete curing.

World: Potting & Electronic Protection

14.06.2026

0 456

Thermal Interface Materials: Gap Fillers, Pads, and Pastes vs. Potting Compound

Gap filler, pad, paste or potting compound? A comparison of thermal interface materials – with a selection guide based on gap and heat flow.

World: Potting & Electronic Protection

14.06.2026

0 495

Potting vs. Encapsulation: Differences and Applications in Electronics | SILITECH

Electronic assemblies must increasingly function reliably under extreme conditions. Whether moisture, dust, chemicals, or mechanical stress – the right protection determines longevity and reliability. Two methods dominate: potting (full encapsulation) and...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Type: Guide World: Potting & Electronic Protection

06.06.2026

0 1315

Potting compounds & electrical casting resins for electronics: epoxy, silicone, or PU?

Electronic assemblies must be reliably protected against moisture, mechanical stress, and temperature fluctuations. Electrical casting resins and potting solutions provide this protection – but which material is the right one? This technical article compares epoxy, silicone, and...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Property: Electrically insulating Type: Comparison World: Potting & Electronic Protection

30.03.2026

0 9823

Thermally Conductive Potting Compounds: λ-Values Explained | SILITECH

When power electronics overheat, even the best heat sink is of no use – unless the heat can escape from the potted component. Thermally conductive potting compounds with a high λ-value achieve exactly that: they protect electronics from environmental influences while simultaneously dissipating heat losses...

Industry: Electronics & Circuit Boards Property: Thermally Conductive Type: Guide World: Potting & Electronics Protection

24.02.2026

0 6441

SILIRESIN Biothane

Bio-resins – bio-based casting resins – replace some of the petroleum-based raw materials with plant-based resources such as vegetable oils, cashew nut shells, or tree resins. The market for sustainable resin systems is growing rapidly, especially in the arts and crafts sector (resin art, river tables),...

Brand: SILIRESIN Type: Comparison World: Potting & Electronic Protection

23.02.2026

0 3397

Conformal Coatings: Protective Lacquers for PCBs Compared | SILITECH

Electronic assemblies are exposed to numerous environmental influences during operation: humidity, dust, chemicals, temperature fluctuations, and mechanical stress. Conformal coatings – thin protective layers that adapt to the circuit board geometry – form the first line of defense against...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Type: Comparison World: Potting & Electronic Protection

22.02.2026

0 10846

1
2

What you will find here

In the SILITECH blog, we share well-founded expertise, technical background information, and practical examples that help you use our products optimally and sustainably improve your processes. Benefit from our know-how gained from over 25 years of industry experience.

Archive

Keywords

Industry: Construction & Engineering Industry: E-Mobility & Battery Industry: Electronics & Circuit Boards Industry: Energy & High Voltage Industry: Art, Model & Mold Making Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industry Industry: Medical Technology Property: Biocompatible Property: Chemical Resistant Property: Electrically Insulating Property: Electrically Conductive Property: High Strength Property: Temperature Resistant Property: Transparent Property: UV & Weather Resistant Property: Thermally Conductive Brand: Elkem Brand: Henkel/Loctite Brand: Merbenit Brand: Molydal Brand: Permabond Brand: SILIRESIN Brand: SILISIL Type: Use Case Type: FAQ Type: Guide Type: Profile Type: Comparison World: Mold Making & Casting World: Bonding & Sealing World: Surface Treatment & Corrosion Protection World: Lubrication & Release World: Silicones World: Processing & Dispensing Technology World: Potting & Electronics Protection