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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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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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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, service life, 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 case World: Potting & Electronic Protection

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Electronic protection against salt, fog, and fluctuating humidity

Electronics protection against salt, fog and fluctuating humidity Coastal proximity, marine, road traffic and industrial atmospheres expose electronics to a particularly aggressive combination: salt, fog and...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Industry: Mechanical engineering & industry Property: Chemical-resistant Property: Electrically insulating Brand: SILISIL Type: Application case World: Surface treatment & corrosion protection World: Potting & electronic protection

16.06.2026

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Protecting PCBs from condensation: why IP protection alone is not enough

Protecting PCBs from condensation: why IP protection alone is not enough Condensation is one of the most underestimated causes of failure in electronics. It occurs precisely where you n...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Property: Electrically insulating Property: UV- & weather-resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application case 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: In high-voltage applications, the potting system determines dielectric strength, partial discharge, and service life. The primary adversary is air entrapment; even the smallest voids...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Industry: Energy & High Voltage Property: Electrically insulating Property: Temperature resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application case World: Potting & Electronic Protection

15.06.2026

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Potting compound for connectors and cable outlets

Potting compound for connectors and cable outlets Connectors and cable outlets are the most critical points of an assembly in terms of mechanics and sealing. Potting serves three purposes here: ...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industry Property: Electrically insulating Property: Temperature resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application case World: Potting & Electronic Protection

15.06.2026

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Potting compound for outdoor sensors

Potting compound for outdoor sensors Sensors outdoors are under constant attack from moisture, UV, temperature fluctuations, and media. Potting reliably protects the electronics, but must not affect the m...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industry Property: Electrically insulating Property: Temperature-resistant Property: UV- & weather-resistant Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application case World: Potting & Electronics Protection

15.06.2026

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Potting compound for LED drivers: heat, moisture and electrical insulation

Potting compound for LED drivers: Heat, moisture, and electrical insulation. LED drivers operate continuously, are often located in humid or outdoor-exposed environments, and carry high voltages on the mains side...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industry Property: Electrically insulating Property: Temperature resistant Property: Thermally conductive Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application case World: Potting & Electronic Protection

15.06.2026

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Potting compound for inductive components: coils, chokes and transformers

Potting compound for inductive components: coils, chokes and transformers Coils, chokes and transformers place different demands on a potting compound than a flat PCB: they combine...

Industry: Electronics & PCBs Industry: Energy & High Voltage Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Industry Property: Electrically insulating Property: Temperature resistant Property: Thermally conductive Brand: Elkem Brand: SILISIL Type: Application case World: Potting & Electronic Protection

15.06.2026

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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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