Electrically Conductive Insulation

March 8, 2007
T-gard 20, an electrically conductive insulating coating, has two times (9,000 Vac) the dielectric breakdown voltage of competitive materials.

T-gard 20, an electrically conductive insulating coating, has two times (9,000 Vac) the dielectric breakdown voltage of competitive materials. It features a 0.05-mm-thick electrical-grade polyester base with a tensile strength of 30 kpsi to prevent cut-through on screw-mounted TO-220 assemblies. The phase-change coating melts into a greaselike paste at 52°C, and completely wets the interface. This leads to consistent thermal performance on rough and nonflat surfaces, regardless of whether the device is screw or clip mounted. Thermal impedance is 0.6°C-in.2/W.

Laird Technologies,
3481 Rider Trail S, St. Louis, MO 63045,
(800) 843-4556,
lairdtech.com

 

Sponsored Recommendations

Aug. 22, 2025
Discover how to meet growing customer demands for custom products without overextending your engineering team. Learn how scaling your automation strategy can help you win more...
Aug. 22, 2025
Join industry leaders to explore how cutting edge digital technologies are transforming factories. Learn how to boost throughput, enhance flexibility, and accelerate your digital...
Aug. 22, 2025
Explore the future of manufacturing. Learn how to leverage the latest digital technologies and strategies to build a more efficient, agile, and resilient digital factory.
Aug. 21, 2025
A look into the latest improvements in motion control through high-performance drives, AI enhancements, and faster communication protocols.

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Machine Design, create an account today!