Master Bond Polymer Adhesive EP21AOLV-1 is a two component, thermally conductive, electrically isolating epoxy adhesive, sealant and coating. This versatile system will adhere to a wide variety of substrates including metals, glass, ceramics and many plastics. While its primary use is for potting and encapsulating, it is also an excellent adhesive that forms high strength…
Polycarbonate enclosures for indoor and outdoor use
Hammond Manufacturing has launched the PCJ Series, a family of polycarbonate enclosures designed for housing electrical and electronic equipment in installations where NEMA 4X (IP66) environmental sealing for dust and water protection is required. The screw-down cover versions meet the higher NEMA 6P sealing requirements. An initial five sizes, ranging from 5.93 x 6.16 x…
Minnesota Rubber and Plastics Improved Test Seal
Designing and molding complex sealing assemblies for intelligent electronic devices is a core expertise of Minnesota Rubber and Plastics. Typical of this expertise is a test collection cell assembly that the company redesigned and manufactured for use in a printed circuit board (PCB) contamination tester. The PCB testers check areas of circuitry as small as…
FasTest Expands FI and FE Series
FasTest announces the expansion of its FI and FE internal and external automated pneumatic connectors to include options with metric mounting holes, pilot ports and BSPP media ports. Simplifying applications by accommodating common international metric mounting hardware and requirements, FIM and FEM connectors seal conventional and non-standard surfaces and connect to any tube or pipe,…
Enhance Electronic Performance with Epoxy Compounds
by Venkat Nandivada, Manager, Technical Sales, Master Bond Offering a nearly limitless assortment of end properties, epoxy systems enable higher density semiconductor electronics and economical, as well as enhanced reliability, while improving manufacturing efficiencies. Today’s high performance electronic circuits that are designed into compact assemblies must meet a host of engineering requirements to ensure the…
Structural Adhesives: An Alternative to Mechanical Fasteners
by Craig McClenachan, Vice President, Advanced Assembly, Fabrico Structural adhesives, in both liquid and tape formats, are assuming a more important role in a number of industries as replacements for mechanical fasteners. Here’s what you need to know to apply these adhesives. In the North American transportation industry, including automotive and aerospace, structural adhesives are…
Two Component Epoxy Resin System from Master Bond
With the ability to withstand acids, bases and many solvents, Master Bond EP62-1 is primarily used as an adhesive, sealant or coating where the epoxy will be exposed to very harsh conditions. This two part epoxy features thermal stability with a glass transition temperature exceeding 170°C. EP62-1 has a long working life of over 12…
Stainless Steal Door Locks by J.W. Winco
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it now offers GN 119-NI Door Locks in Stainless Steel, in metric sizes. These RoHS compliant door locks have a drawing range of 10 mm. Locking is achieved by turning the door lock clockwise. The operating spindle is fitted with an O-ring to prevent the penetration of water. Four types are…
Lee Spring Helps Restore World War One Aircraft
The Sopwith Dolphin, a restored First World War aircraft on display at the United Kingdom’s Royal Air Force (RAF) Museum in Hendon, England features a new set of extension springs manufactured by Lee Spring for use on the replica Lewis guns. The assistance and support for this restoration was facilitated by Lee Spring, Europe, headquartered…
Pixus Offers Recessed Chassis Options for EMC
Pixus Technologies offers enclosures with the subrack recessed within the enclosure frame for additional protection, including EMC considerations. Pixus’ new enclosure option can be recessed in various depths according to the customer’s requirements. The design allows the subrack and boards to be completely protected inside the enclosure frame, preventing damage to the modules, limiting exposure…