Electrical Insulators
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, Laser Cutting, Uncategorized
3M polyethylene foam tapes are a trusted solution for sections where foam is needed along with sticky backing. Built on a closed-cell polyethylene foam core, these double-sided tapes provide conformability, shock absorption, and durable adhesion across metal, plastic,...
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 | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Laser Cutting, Tech Blog, Waterjet Cutting
In demanding industries like aerospace, automotive, and electronics, adhesives need to do more than just stick. They must remain clean, low outgassing, fuel- and chemical-resistant, and integrate smoothly into high-volume production environments. That’s exactly where...
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 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 | 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 | 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 | 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, 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, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, Laser Cutting, Waterjet Cutting
NEDC manufactures many laser-cut products. One example of these type products is DRP Reflectors. These reflectors manufactured by Gore help illuminate lights in many aerospace applications. In a cockpit, there are many different lights that are surrounding the pilots....
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, RF Absorbers, Tech Blog, Waterjet Cutting
At NEDC, we manufacture a lot of EMI/RFI shielding products. Its goes with our core product grouping of electronic materials. These foams are impressive for so many reasons. When thinking of a material that can offer X, Y, and Z electrical conductivity, that also is...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, Laser Cutting, Waterjet Cutting
The number one media everyone is trying to seal is water. When we hear liquid sealing, our first question is typically, “Well how much water, at what pressures, and how often?”. There are a number of "waterproof" standards. Typically NEDC considers the gasket immersed...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Tech Blog, Thermal Pads
NEDC services many accounts with liquid thermal gap fillers. These liquid gap fillers are used in applications where automation, and material cost over high volumes are a concern. What Makes NEDC Different from Other Distributors for Liquid Thermal Gap Fillers? Shelf...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, RF Absorbers, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
At NEDC, we sell a lot of thermal pads. We also sell a lot of die-cut thermal insulators. When I hear of a die-cut thermal insulator, I usually think of a thermal pad that is on the thinner side that has added pressure to achieve its thermal properties. As discussed...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Gaskets, RF Absorbers, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
It is no secret that NEDC has a thermal pad test machine at its facility in Methuen, MA. We test a lot of thermal pads. We stack them, sort them by apparent thermal conductivity, by bulk thermal conductivity, test with liners, without liners, with PSA, without PSA… In...
by Garrett Abare | Die Cutting, Electrical Insulators, Thermal Pads, Waterjet Cutting
NEDC manufactures many different types of thermal pads. Customers ask us all sorts of technical questions about thermal pads. One question we get all the time is: “My Gap .250’’, can I stack this Thermal Gap Filler Pad that only comes in .125’’ , twice?” Potential...
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