Encapsulant | Adhesives & Sealants Industry

Polyurethane Foam Encapsulant Protects and Lightens EVs

A two-component, ultra-low density, flame-retardant polyurethane foam is designed for potting and encapsulating lithium-ion battery cells in EV battery modules.

August 14, 2023

An innovative foam encapsulant is designed to protect the vehicle, the passengers, and the EV industry from the dangers of battery fires.

How Edge Sealants Can Improve Performance in Crystalline Modules

Emerging trends in photovoltaic (PV) module development have exposed a need for higher levels of moisture protection throughout the PV marketplace—where edge sealant technology can make an impact.

Mark Molinaro

June 5, 2023

Edge sealants can provide high levels of moisture protection beyond current design methods in c-Si panels, helping to reduce moisture-related power degradation and achieve more power output over a longer lifetime

Photo of Master Bond epoxy encapsulant being applied to an electrical connection

MASTER BOND: UL-Certified Epoxy Encapsulant

April 5, 2022

Master Bond EP21AC is a two-part epoxy with a non-halogenated filler that is formulated for applications where arc resistance and flame retardancy are required.

Photo of application of the master bond two part epoxy system

MASTER BOND: Thermally Conductive, Electrically Nonconductive, Low-Outgassing Epoxy

February 10, 2022

Master Bond EP40TC is a two-part epoxy system designed for bonding, sealing, and encapsulating applications where thermal conductivity and electrical insulation are required.

TECHSIL: Electronics Adhesives

These adhesives were reportedly specially formulated for applications in the electronics and consumer electronics industry, where heat-sensitive parts need to be assembled.

July 25, 2019

Techsil recently announced that it has launched a range of new adhesive products with low ion content that cure with UV, visible light, or moisture.

Naval Undersea Warfare Center Signs Agreement with ALFA

NUWC XP-1 is a high-performance polyurethane developed for protection of marine acoustic and optical equipment.

May 17, 2017

The Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport has recently entered into an agreement with ALFA International Inc. for the commercialization of a high-performance polyurethane.