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Practical knowledge on silicones, adhesives, potting compounds, lubricants, and release agents: fundamentals, selection criteria, and application guidelines — organized by application, material group, and industry.
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You have a task — we guide you to the right method and suitable material: from protection methods for electronics to the correct release agent.
Protecting Electronics
Conformal coating, potting, or encapsulation? Method selection, selection assistance, and suitable materials for assemblies under moisture, vibration, and temperature cycling. Application HubBonding and sealing
Threadlocking, anaerobic adhesives, cyanoacrylates, structural adhesives, and FIPG: selection based on substrate, gap size, and strength.Potting and Encapsulation
Potting compounds and electrical casting resins: epoxy, silicone, or PU — selection based on pot life, mechanical properties, heat, and protection requirements.Lubricating and releasing
Industrial lubricants, specialty greases and release agents: selection based on temperature, load, material pairing and residue behavior.Bonding Instead of Welding
When structural adhesives replace a weld seam: strength, gap dimension, heat input, and corrosion in mixed joints. Application HubMolding and casting
From model to silicone mold: material selection based on Shore hardness and tear strength, release agents, and typical molding errors. Application HubAerospace and Defense
Adhesive and potting solutions for demanding specifications: qualified systems, documentation, and traceability. Application HubFurther application entry points (heat dissipation, electrical insulation) are added continuously — until then, the topic worlds will guide you to your goal.
By Material Group
Topic Worlds
Expert knowledge by material group: fundamentals, selection criteria, and processing guidelines for industrial practice.
Silicones
RTV-1 and RTV-2 silicones, silicone oils, and greases: curing systems, Shore hardness, viscosity, and product-specific biocompatible types.Bonding & sealing
Threadlocking, anaerobic adhesives, cyanoacrylates, structural adhesives, and FIPG for metal, plastic, and mixed joints.Resins & potting compounds
Potting compounds, electrical casting resins, conformal coatings, and casting resins for mold making: pot life, mechanical properties, and protection requirements.Lubricating & Releasing
Industrial lubricants, specialty greases, and release agents: correctly evaluate temperature, load, material pairing, and residue behavior.Potting & Electronic Protection
Potting compounds, conformal coatings, and thermal management for assemblies: selection based on protection goal and installation situation.Mold making & casting
Silicones, release agents and casting resins for precise molds: from material selection to demolding.Surface Treatment & Corrosion Protection
Cleaning, priming, and coating as the basis for durable bonds and long-lasting corrosion protection.Processing & dosing technology
Selecting cartridges, static mixers, and dispensing systems correctly — for reproducible mixing and clean application.Knowledge
Most Read Articles
The most requested topics from our Knowledge Center — categorized by article type and topic area.
GuideSilicones
Biocompatible Silicones: ISO 10993 and USP Class VI
What requirements silicones must meet in contact with the body — and how to correctly interpret product-specific certifications. ComparisonResins & PottingConformal Coatings: Protective Lacquers for PCBs
Acrylic, PU, or silicone? A comparison of conformal coating families — from moisture resistance to repairability. ComparisonResins & PottingPotting compounds & casting resins for electronics
Epoxy, silicone or PU? The comparison for potting assemblies — by protective effect, mechanics, and processing. ProfileBonding & SealingLoctite 638: High-Strength Shaft-Hub Connection
The anaerobic adhesive for cylindrical joints in a profile — application range, processing, alternatives. Fact SheetSiliconesElkem Silicones: An Overview of the Range
Rhodorsil and Bluesil: an overview of the Elkem product lines — from RTV-2 molding compounds to technical oils. GuideBonding & SealingSelecting & Applying Threadlockers
Low, medium, or high strength? Strength classes, selection criteria, and typical application errors.Reference
FAQ & Glossary
Frequently asked questions
Answers to recurring questions on selection, processing, storage, documents, and ordering.- What does pot life mean — and why is it important?
- How do I properly store opened containers?
- Which documents (SDS, TDS, COA) does SILITECH provide?
Glossary
Technical terms from adhesive technology, silicone chemistry, and potting explained concisely and precisely — with an A–Z index.- RTV-1 / RTV-2 — the curing systems
- FIPG, Potting, Conformal Coating
- Shore hardness, viscosity, thixotropy
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