by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
Dielectric Constant and Its Importance in Thermal Pads When engineers evaluate thermal interface materials (TIMs) such as thermal pads, thermal conductivity (W/m·K) usually dominates the discussion. However, another electrical property—dielectric constant—is equally...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
Gap Pad® 1450: Reworkable, Thermally Conductive Gap Filling Material When working with sensitive electronics, thermal management materials must not only conduct heat efficiently but also accommodate design changes, component replacements, and field rework. Gap Pad®...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Bergquist GAP PAD® 2500S20: ultra-conformable thermal gap filler for low-pressure assemblies If you need a forgiving, fiberglass-reinforced pad that wets out beautifully at very low clamping forces, GAP PAD 2500S20 has been a go-to for years. It sits in the “S-Class”...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Tech Blog, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
THERM-A-GAP PAD 80: High-Performance 8.3 W/m-K Thermal Gap Filler Managing heat in modern electronics has never been more critical. As devices shrink and power density rises, engineers require thermal interface materials (TIMs) that combine high thermal conductivity,...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads
TFLEX 300 Series: Legacy Gap Fillers and the New HD Alternatives The TFLEX® 300 series has long been a trusted name in thermal interface materials (TIMs). Designed for reliable heat transfer and ease of integration, this family includes TFLEX 300, TFLEX 300H, and...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
THERM-A-GAP PAD 30 Series: Versatile Thermal Gap Fillers for High-Performance Electronics When it comes to managing heat in compact, high-power electronic designs, Parker Chomerics’ THERM-A-GAP PAD 30 series is a proven solution. With a thermal conductivity of 3.0...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
Thermal management in compact electronics requires a balance between thermal conductivity, compressibility, and mechanical compliance. The THERM-A-GAP™ 579 series addresses this balance by delivering ~3.0 W/m·K thermal conductivity with exceptional softness (30 Shore...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
Laird TFLEX HD80000 vs. TFLEX HD90000: Technical Comparison of High-Deflection Thermal Gap Fillers Efficient thermal management is a critical design challenge as electronic devices become smaller, hotter, and more power-dense. Thermal gap fillers bridge uneven...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
Thermal Gap Filler Pads in Medical Applications: Optimizing Heat Dissipation in Critical Electronics As medical technology advances, devices are becoming more compact, powerful, and thermally demanding. From imaging equipment to portable diagnostic tools, thermal...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
Advanced Role of Thermal Pads in Power Supply Design Power supply design has evolved dramatically with the push toward higher power density, lower losses, and stricter reliability requirements. Whether in data center rectifiers, industrial motor drives, or consumer...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
TG-A3500 & TG-A3500F: Ultra Soft Thermal Pads from T-Global Technology When it comes to managing heat in today’s high-performance electronics, designers turn to thermal interface materials (TIMs) that offer a reliable balance of conductivity, softness, and...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
TG-A4500 vs TG-A4500F: T-Global Thermal Pads Explained When it comes to thermal interface materials (TIMs), engineers need solutions that balance high thermal conductivity, electrical insulation, and reliability. Two of the most popular silicone thermal pads in...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
THERM-A-GAP PAD 60 & PAD 60A: Ultra-Soft, High-Conductivity Thermal Interface Pads Overview of THERM-A-GAP PAD 60 THERM-A-GAP PAD 60 is an ultra-soft, ultra-conformable, thermally conductive gap filler pad engineered for demanding electronic applications. With a...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting
TG-A38KX by T-Global — High-Performance Thermal Pad for Demanding Applications Introduction: What Makes TG-A38KX Stand Out? The TG-A38KX from T-Global is a high-performance silicone-based thermal pad designed to deliver exceptional thermal interface performance in...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
Thermal Gap Fillers in Ruggedized Electronics: Reliability Under Extreme Conditions In the world of ruggedized electronics—systems built to survive extreme temperatures, high vibration, dust, moisture, and mechanical shock—reliability is everything. Whether it’s...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Gaskets, Tech Blog, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
The TG-A9000 Ultra Soft Thermal Pad from T-Global — Engineered for Next-Gen AI Hardware As artificial intelligence hardware becomes more powerful, the heat it generates becomes one of the biggest bottlenecks to performance. Data center GPUs, AI accelerators, and...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Tech Blog, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
T-Putty™ 502: Closing the Thermal Gap in AI Hardware AI workloads are driving unprecedented demand on hardware. Training and inference systems pack enormous compute power into ever-denser footprints, pushing GPUs, AI accelerators, and high-bandwidth memory (HBM) to...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Tflex B200: A Versatile Thermal Gap Filler for Modern Electronics When designing cutting-edge electronics—from EV battery packs to aerospace avionics and high-performance computing—managing heat effectively is mission-critical. That’s where Tflex B200 shines: a...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Thermal Gap Fillers, Softness with Armor HD300 versus HD300TG HD300: Ultra-compliant 2.7 W/m·K gap filler for wide tolerances, low clamp loads, and high conformability. HD300TG: Same as HD300 core plus a Tgard™ fiberglass-reinforced silicone liner for...
by Garrett Abare | Thermal Pads
Meet the TG-A1780: A Thermal Pad that Delivers The TG-A1780 is an ultra-soft, silicone-based thermal gap-filler pad from T-Global Technology, engineered for high-performance heat management. It boasts a thermal conductivity of 17.8 W/m·K, ensuring superior heat...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
TG-A6200 versus TG-A6200LC Thermal Gap Filler In today’s high-performance electronics world—spanning AI, 5G, automotive, and medical tech—the efficient management of heat is critical. T-Global’s TG-A6200 and its enhanced counterpart TG-A6200LC are designed...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Tech Blog, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Unveiling Tflex HP34: Next-Gen Thermal Gap Filler for Modern Electronics What Is Tflex HP34? Tflex HP34 is an advanced, silicone-free thermal gap filler developed by Laird Technologies. It features aligned graphite fibers, and boasts a remarkable bulk thermal...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, Laser Cutting, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
TFLEX™ P300: A Polyimide-Lined Gap Filler Built for Tough Thermal Challenges When it comes to managing heat in modern electronics, one size rarely fits all. From compact consumer devices to rugged aerospace modules, each design poses its own mechanical and thermal...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
In the race to dominate artificial intelligence, tech giants are building faster, more powerful GPUs that can process massive volumes of data in real time. Whether it's training large language models or performing inferencing tasks at the edge, these GPUs are pushing...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Tech Blog, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
TG-A1450 Ultra Soft Thermal Pad: High Performance Where It Counts Most In today’s demanding thermal environments—where components run hotter, tighter, and more compact than ever—reliable thermal interface materials (TIMs) are mission-critical. The TG-A1450 Ultra Soft...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Understanding the Risks of D3 - D10 Silicone Molecules in Thermal Pads: A Guide to Silicone Bleeding and Material Awareness Thermal interface materials (TIMs), particularly silicone-based thermal pads, are widely used in electronics to bridge gaps between...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
TFLEX HR6.5: Laird/DuPont’s High Recovery 6.2 W/m-K Thermal Gap Filler for Vibration-Prone Applications When managing heat in electronics, especially where vibration, shock, or rework is a concern, TFLEX HR6.5 from Laird / DuPont stands out as a premium thermal gap...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Gaskets, Laser Cutting, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
When it comes to striking the right balance between performance, price, and manufacturability, T-Global’s TG-A2200 Ultra Soft Thermal Pad earns its place as a go-to mid-range option. Engineered for demanding applications where thermal performance matters but budgets...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Epoxy Films, Gaskets, Laser Cutting, Thermal Pads
Unleashing the Potential of LOCTITE® ABLESTIK ECF 3354: NEDC's Preferred Adhesive Film At NEDC, our commitment to offering cutting-edge solutions in thermal management and assembly drives us to provide products that perform beyond expectations. LOCTITE® ABLESTIK ECF...
by Garrett Abare | Epoxy Films, Tech Blog
At NEDC, we distribute a number of electrically conductive adhesive pastes. These electrically conductive pastes are used in bonding dies to circuit boards/microelectronics. They are available for automatic dispensing, and also for hand probing dispensing through...
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