by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, Waterjet Cutting
Introduction If you’ve ever installed a gasket, foam pad, or adhesive-backed component, you know one of the most frustrating steps has nothing to do with performance—it’s peeling the liner. Liner removal can slow down assembly lines and cause operator aggravation....
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, RF Absorbers, Tech Blog, Waterjet Cutting
Introduction of 3M 9690+ At NEDC, we convert and laminate a wide range of pressure-sensitive adhesives to support custom gaskets, seals, and industrial components. One of the most versatile adhesives we use is 3M™ 9690+, a double-coated acrylic tape designed for...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, Laser Cutting, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Illuminated signs such as electronic billboards face long-term exposure to rain, sun, temperature swings, and vibration. UL 48, Standard for Electric Signs, sets the construction and safety requirements that make sure those signs stay reliable and safe for years. One...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Tech Blog, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Henkel/Bergquist Gap Pad® 6000ULM vs. 7000ULM: Choosing the Right Thermal Interface Material When high-power electronics generate significant heat, choosing the right thermal interface material (TIM) is critical. Henkel/Bergquist’s Gap Pad® ULM series offers ultra-low...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Sil-Pads, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Introduction In the world of thermal management, the Gap Pad 1500S30, also known as Gap Pad TGP 1300, is a standout thermal interface material (TIM) engineered for demanding electronic applications. Trustworthy, conformable, and easy to use, it’s ideal for delicate...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Thermal management is one of those hidden but absolutely critical challenges in electronics design. As devices get more powerful and compact, heat has fewer places to go. Without the right thermal interface material (TIM), systems risk overheating, performance...
by Garrett Abare | Artificial Intelligence, Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Laser Cutting, Q-Pads, Sil-Pads, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
Why Laser Cutting Doesn’t Work Thermal gap pads—silicone, urethane, or hybrids—don’t cooperate with lasers: Silicone-based pads: The laser chars the material, leaving burnt, brittle edges that flake. Urethane or silicone-free pads: Even without silicone, these pads...
by The NEDC Team | Artificial Intelligence
We are excited to announce the launch of our new AI assistant, a powerful tool designed to help you quickly navigate our extensive resources. This chatbot is not just a simple Q&A bot; it's a specialized assistant trained on our entire library of blog posts,...
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 The NEDC Team | Artificial Intelligence, Thermal Pads
In this series, we've explored the foundational thermal challenges of AI hardware and the critical role of material selection and precision die-cutting in solving them. As the industry continues its rapid march toward more powerful, dense, and efficient computing, the...
by The NEDC Team | Artificial Intelligence, Thermal Pads
In our previous post, we dove into the key properties of thermal pads, such as thermal conductivity and compressibility, to help engineers select the right material. But the material itself is only half the solution. In the complex world of AI hardware, where space is...
by The NEDC Team | Artificial Intelligence, Thermal Pads
In the world of artificial intelligence and high-performance computing, speed is everything. But with great speed comes a significant challenge: heat. As AI hardware like GPUs (check out our post about finding the right thermal pad for your GPU) and specialized...
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