Companies providing or installing electrical products have specific adhesive needs. Their products must retain a solid bond through tape, or another means in extreme situations such as high pressure or temperature and for long periods of time. If one of these bonds were to weaken, there could be serious implications for that product or an entire electrical system. Therefore, the electrical industry has a diverse line of products just for these applications.
Tapes
Tapes for Electrical application are very different from the kind found in an office supply store. For example, industrial double sided tape is much stronger and more resilient to temperature and force than the average household tape. Foam mounting tape may be required to secure a bond between materials while creating a cushion to protect the product. These types of tapes are used for assembling electrical parts or for creating a lasting seal within an electrical product.
Adhesives & Sealants
Although there are wide uses for industrial double-sided tape and foam mounting tape, some applications require a different type of sealant altogether. For these needs, something like hot-melt or non-flammable foam may be necessary to create a lasting bond. It is important to know the environment of a particular electrical product, so the correct adhesive is used.
Gaskets & Insulation
Gaskets are used to ensure that no space is left when two pieces are sealed together. These come in several different materials such as rubber, silicone or foam to meet specific product or system needs. Many electrical applications also require insulation to protect the system from extreme temperature and other damaging environmental threats. Insulation necessities may vary from pressure to temperature concerns or material requirements. Like the gaskets, insulation comes in several material types to fit each application.
Sandwich Panels
In some cases, the perfect sealant needs to be ultra-strong but remain lightweight. For these applications, a sandwich panel is often the best choice. The adhesive options for these panels can vary for a particular situation, but the strength and weight of the panel remain satisfactory. Many times, panels are built specifically to meet the needs of a unique application.
Engineered Materials Inc. offers many variations of these products and more. The company is fully capable of creating unique products to satisfy the requirements of any particular application. The knowledgeable staff is available to offer advice about which product to use for any situation. To learn more, visit engineeredmaterialsinc.com.