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PRO POWER      PPC179

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Former Member over 9 years ago

Hello,

 

we need a resin to encapsulate some electronic device that will work outside so need to be resistence to humidity and water. I have found this

PRO POWER  PPC179PPC179

PPC179 - PRO POWER - ENCAPSULANT, EPOXY, SEMIRIGID, KIT, 500G | Farnell element14 Italia

could be fine?

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  • dougw
    dougw over 9 years ago +2
    How about using silicone-based exterior caulking - easy to find in any hardware store. If you don't want the compound directly on your circuit board, just wrap the card in plastic wrap before potting with…
  • clem57
    clem57 over 9 years ago +1
    Why not a good enclosure? If small should work. Clem
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    Former Member over 9 years ago in reply to clem57 +1
    We have an enclosure but some part of the pcb need to stay out from this so we need a resin to encapsulate all.
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  • mudz
    0 mudz over 9 years ago

    Words of caution:-
    Consider following things for the material should you choose:-

    Water-proof

    Fire-proof (not as much but its melting point shouldn't be low)

    Conductivity

     

    Beware of the water based caulks, they works when their water evaporates so water might get trapped inside of your circuit and that is something you don't want. Also, beware of the RTV with vinegar smells they tend to be corrosive in long terms.So be careful whatever you choose.
    I've seen silicon based materials just working fine & I'm also aware of the enclosures(who doesn't). But my best bet & simple choice will be what clem57 suggested.Also, if you choose to use enclosure beware of the moister that will remain trapped inside the box. How about using a moisture absorbing bag inside it & sealing it with anything may be silicon based caulking image

     

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    0 mudz over 9 years ago

    Words of caution:-
    Consider following things for the material should you choose:-

    Water-proof

    Fire-proof (not as much but its melting point shouldn't be low)

    Conductivity

     

    Beware of the water based caulks, they works when their water evaporates so water might get trapped inside of your circuit and that is something you don't want. Also, beware of the RTV with vinegar smells they tend to be corrosive in long terms.So be careful whatever you choose.
    I've seen silicon based materials just working fine & I'm also aware of the enclosures(who doesn't). But my best bet & simple choice will be what clem57 suggested.Also, if you choose to use enclosure beware of the moister that will remain trapped inside the box. How about using a moisture absorbing bag inside it & sealing it with anything may be silicon based caulking image

     

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  • dougw
    0 dougw over 9 years ago in reply to mudz

    Maybe you could use a zip-lock bag to seal the circuit card...

    You can squeeze most of the air out prior to sealing.

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    0 mudz over 9 years ago in reply to dougw

    Would it be water/moisture proof? and If conditions are harsh I don't believe that zip lock bag will stand against any wear/tear !
    Actually totally depends on OP, how he wants to use it or where he wants to use it, but zip lock bag is not a long term option. Just my opinion. 

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    0 dougw over 9 years ago in reply to mudz

    I wasn't too clear - I was referring to sealing it in a ziplock bag before potting it with caulking.

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