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0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Dispensing Systems What are Adhesive Dispensing Systems? Adhesive dispensing systems are precision devices that apply adhesives in a controlled and reproducible manner. They enable exact dosing of minute quantities up to larger volumes and ensure consistent, repeatable results in industrial manufacturing. Types of dispensing systems Pneumatic systems: Compressed air-controlled…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Epoxy Resin What is epoxy resin? Epoxy resin is a thermosetting adhesive based on epoxide compounds that cures through reaction with hardeners. After curing, epoxy resins form high-strength, chemical-resistant and temperature-stable bonds. Properties of epoxy resin Excellent mechanical properties High adhesion to various materials Good chemical resistance Low shrinkage during curing…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Anaerobic Adhesives What are anaerobic adhesives? Anaerobic adhesives are one-component adhesives that cure in the absence of oxygen and through contact with metal ions. These adhesives remain liquid in air and only cure when enclosed between closely fitting metal surfaces where oxygen access is prevented. When are anaerobic adhesives used? Thread locking: Securing machine screws…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy LCP What is LCP? LCP (Liquid Crystal Polymer) is a high-performance thermoplastic with liquid crystalline properties. These materials are characterized by exceptional mechanical strength, chemical resistance, and low water absorption, making them particularly suitable for precision applications in the electronics and automotive industries. Properties of LCP Very low water absorption (<…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Industrial Adhesives What are industrial adhesives? Industrial adhesives are high-performance adhesives specifically developed for the requirements of industrial manufacturing. They provide reliable bonds under extreme conditions such as high temperatures, chemical stress, or mechanical loads and are optimized for automated production processes. Properties of industrial adhesives High…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Application What does adhesive application mean? Adhesive application refers to the controlled application of adhesives to substrate surfaces using various application methods. Precise application is crucial for bonding quality and includes proper dosing, distribution, and positioning of the adhesive before joining. Application methods Manual application: Hand dispensers and…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesion What is Adhesion? Adhesion is the bonding force between two different materials , created by molecular attractive forces at the interface. It is the foundation of every bonding process and determines how strongly an adhesive adheres to the substrate surface. Without sufficient adhesion, no permanent bond can be formed. Factors for Optimal Adhesion Surface cleanliness: Grease-,…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Strongest Adhesive in the World What is the strongest adhesive in the world? What is the strongest adhesive in the world? The strongest adhesive in the world is an adhesive that achieves maximum mechanical strength and load-bearing capacity. DELO has developed DELO MONOPOX HT2860, an adhesive that achieves a record tensile shear strength of over 180 MPa (1,800 bar) on steel - equivalent…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Metal Bonding What does metal bonding mean? Metal bonding is a joining process where metallic materials are permanently connected using adhesives . This technique offers decisive advantages over mechanical connections like welding or riveting in terms of weight reduction and uniform stress distribution. Advantages of metal bonding Uniform stress distribution over the entire bonding area…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy PU Adhesive What is PU adhesive? PU adhesive (also called PUR or PUR-polyurethane) is a flexible adhesive based on polyurethane chemistry, characterized by high elasticity and excellent adhesion on various materials. These adhesives combine strength with flexibility and are particularly suitable for dynamically stressed connections. Properties of PU adhesives (PUR-polyurethane) High…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Viscosity What is viscosity? Viscosity describes the flow properties or thickness of adhesives and other liquids. It significantly determines processing behavior, wetting properties, and dosing capability of adhesives. Viscosity is measured in Pascal-seconds (Pa·s) or millipascal-seconds (mPa·s). Viscosity ranges of adhesives Low viscosity: 1-100 mPa·s for deep penetration and…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy UV Adhesives What are UV adhesives? UV adhesives are light-sensitive adhesives that cure within seconds when exposed to ultraviolet light. These one-component systems remain workable indefinitely at room temperature and polymerize only under UV light exposure through activation of photoinitiators. Properties of UV adhesives Second-fast curing under UV radiation Unlimited processing time…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Temperature Resistance What is temperature resistance? Temperature resistance describes the ability of adhesives to permanently maintain their mechanical and chemical properties over a defined temperature range. This property is crucial for applications exposed to extreme temperatures, temperature fluctuations, or thermal cycles. Temperature resistance also indicates the maximum…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary 1-Component Adhesives What are 1-Component Adhesives? 1-Component adhesives are ready-to-use adhesives consisting of a single component that cure without mixing multiple components. They offer maximum ease of application and eliminate mixing errors that can occur with multi-component systems. Properties of 1-Component Adhesives Ready-to-use application without mixing…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Setting What is Setting? Setting refers to the process where an adhesive transforms from its liquid or paste initial state to a solid, load-bearing final state. This process occurs through chemical crosslinking reactions or physical processes and significantly determines the final properties of the adhesive bond. Properties of the Setting Process Irreversible…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary 2C Adhesive What is 2C Adhesive? 2C adhesive (two-component adhesive) consists of two separately stored components - resin and hardener - that only react and cure when mixed together. For this reason, this adhesive is often referred to as a reaction adhesive. These adhesives offer high strength and are temperature and chemical resistant after curing. When are 2C…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Activis What is Activis? Activis is an innovative system solution by DELO that combines dispensing and curing in one working step. This technology enables contactless application and immediate curing of adhesives through visible light directly at the application site. The system offers highest precision and efficiency for industrial manufacturing processes. Properties…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Active Alignment What is Active Alignment? Active Alignment is a high-precision manufacturing process where optical or electronic components are actively aligned and fixed in their optimal position during the adhesive curing process. This process enables highest precision in component positioning. Properties of Active Alignment Adhesives Controlled curing speed for…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary ADAS Adhesive What is ADAS Adhesive? ADAS adhesive is a special adhesive for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems, developed for safe and permanent attachment of sensors, cameras and other ADAS components in vehicles. These adhesives must meet the highest safety and reliability standards. Properties of ADAS Adhesives Extremely high reliability and long-term stability…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Aging What is Aging in Adhesive Bonds? Aging in adhesive bonds describes the time-dependent change in properties of an adhesive connection under the influence of various environmental factors. These changes can lead to gradual deterioration of mechanical, chemical or optical properties and are an important factor in lifetime considerations. Properties of Adhesive Aging…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Initial Strength What is Initial Strength? Initial strength refers to the mechanical load capacity of an adhesive bond immediately after the first curing or setting of the adhesive. This early strength development is crucial for handling of bonded components and efficiency of production processes. Properties of Initial Strength Rapid development of mechanical…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Dispensing Valves What are Dispensing Valves? Dispensing valves are precision dispensing devices for automated and reproducible application of adhesives and other liquids. These systems enable exact control of dispensing quantities, speeds, and positions for industrial manufacturing processes. Properties of Dispensing Valves High-precision dispensing from microliters…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Dual Cartridge What is a Dual Cartridge? A dual cartridge, also known as side-by-side cartridge, is a packaging system for 2-component adhesives that contains both components separately in a common housing. Side-by-side cartridges enable precise dispensing and exact mixing of resin and hardener in the correct mixing ratio directly before application. Properties of…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Die Attach What is Die Attach? Die attach is an adhesive process where semiconductor chips (dies) are applied to substrates or leadframes using special adhesives. This process is crucial for the reliability and performance of semiconductor components and requires highest precision and material quality. Properties of Die Attach Adhesives High thermal conductivity for…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Automotive Potting Compound What is Automotive Potting Compound? Automotive potting compound is an adhesive specially developed for protecting and sealing electronic assemblies in vehicles. These potting compounds provide permanent protection against moisture, dust, chemicals, and mechanical influences under extreme automotive conditions. Properties of Automotive…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Automotive Adhesive What is Automotive Adhesive? Automotive adhesive is an adhesive specially developed for applications in the automotive industry that meets the high requirements of this sector. These adhesives must withstand extreme temperature variations, vibrations, chemical influences, and mechanical loads throughout the entire vehicle lifetime. Properties of…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Service White Paper White paper Next-Generation Advanced Optics Bonding for High-Volume LiDAR Production Accelerating mirror and cover window bonding manufacturing throughput with new light-activatable adhesives The automotive LiDAR market has quadrupled from 700,000 to over 3 million units annually in just three years, creating critical production bottlenecks in mirror and cover window…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Service White Paper White paper Advanced iBGA Image Sensor Encapsulation Achieve precision, stability, and reliability in automotive vision systems Modern vehicles rely on sophisticated camera systems to ensure safety and enable autonomous functionality. Each image sensor deployed in these applications faces extreme environmental conditions that traditional semiconductor packaging approaches…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Service White Paper White paper light Oven-Free Camera Alignment Revolutionizes ADAS Manufacturing How revolutionary dual-initiator technology eliminates oven investment Modern ADAS cameras demand micrometer precision—traditionally achieved through energy-intensive oven processes and long cycle times. Conventional solutions waste time, energy, and money. DELO's breakthrough dual-initiator…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Flash-Off Time What is Flash-Off Time? Flash-Off time is the period between adhesive application and joining of components, during which the adhesive thickens in air or solvents evaporate. This time is crucial for subsequent bond quality and defect prevention. Properties of Flash-Off Time Evaporation of solvents or water Increase in adhesive viscosity Improvement of…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Glob Top What is Glob Top? Glob top is a potting compound applied as a protective coating over electronic components on circuit boards. This drop-shaped protective layer shields sensitive semiconductor devices from mechanical, chemical, and environmental influences. Properties of Glob Top Materials Transparent or colored formulations Low viscosity for optimal wetting…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Moisture Curing Adhesives What are Moisture Curing Adhesives? Moisture curing adhesives are adhesives that cure by reaction with atmospheric moisture. These 1-component systems polymerize upon contact with water molecules from ambient air, forming permanent, elastic or rigid bonds. Properties of Moisture Curing Adhesives Ready-to-use application without mixing required…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Pressure Sensitive Adhesive What is Pressure Sensitive Adhesive? Pressure sensitive adhesives are adhesives that remain permanently tacky at room temperature and develop immediate adhesion to various surfaces through light pressure. These PSA require no activation by heat, water, or solvents. Properties of Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Permanent tackiness at room…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Electric Motor Adhesive What is Electric Motor Adhesive? Electric motor adhesive is an adhesive specially developed for applications in electric motors that meets the special requirements of this environment. These adhesives must handle high temperatures, electrical insulation, mechanical loads, and chemical influences throughout the entire motor lifetime. Properties…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Elastomers What are Elastomers? Elastomers are plastics that behave rubber-elastically at room temperature and return to their original shape after deformation. These materials show excellent stretchability and flexibility, making them ideal substrates for special adhesive applications. Properties of Elastomers High elastic elongation (up to 1000%) Good recovery force…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary High Temperature Potting Compund What is High Temperature Potting Compound? High temperature potting compound is a potting compound specially developed for permanent protection of electronic assemblies at elevated operating temperatures. These materials provide reliable protection from thermal, mechanical, and chemical influences in demanding high-temperature…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary High Temperature Adhesives What are High Temperature Adhesives? High temperature adhesives are adhesives that permanently withstand high operating temperatures while maintaining their mechanical, chemical, and electrical properties. These special formulations enable reliable bonding in thermally demanding environments. Properties of High Temperature Adhesives Operating…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Semiconductor Packages What are Semiconductor Packages? Semiconductor packages are protective housings for semiconductor chips that provide mechanical, thermal, and electrical protection while enabling electrical contact to the outside. These packages are crucial for the reliability and longevity of electronic components. Properties of Semiconductor Packages Mechanical…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary IBOA Free What does IBOA Free mean? IBOA free refers to adhesives formulated without isobornyl acrylate (IBOA). IBOA is a commonly used reactive diluent in UV-curing adhesives but is classified as skin sensitizing. IBOA-free formulations are particularly important in medical technology, where highest safety standards are required. Properties of IBOA-Free Adhesives…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Jet Valve What is a Jet Valve? A jet valve is a contactless dispensing valve that precisely dispenses smallest quantities of adhesives and other liquids without direct contact to the substrate. These high-precision systems enable application of drops in the microliter range through pneumatic or piezoelectric drives. Properties of Jet Valves Contactless dispensing of…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Electronic Potting Compound What is electronic potting compound? Electronic potting compound is a special adhesive for completely encapsulating electronic components and circuits. These materials protect sensitive electronics from moisture, chemicals, mechanical stress and temperature fluctuations. Properties of electronic potting compounds Low viscosity for complete…
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0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Automotive Interior Adhesive What is Automotive Interior Adhesive? Automotive interior adhesive is an adhesive specially developed for bonding in vehicle interiors that meets the special requirements of this environment. These adhesives must combine comfort, safety, and aesthetics with technical performance. Properties of Automotive Interior Adhesives Low emission…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Bond Line What is a Bond Line? The bond line is the gap between two parts that is filled with adhesive to create the mechanical connection. The thickness and geometry of the bond line significantly influences the strength, stiffness, and long-term resistance of the adhesive bond. Properties of the Bond Line Defined thickness for optimal force transmission Uniform…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Bonding Surface What is a Bonding Surface? The bonding surface is the area of a substrate where adhesive is applied and builds up adhesion to the second substrate surface. The quality and preparation of the bonding surface is crucial for the strength and long-term resistance of the adhesive bond. Properties of an Optimal Bonding Surface Clean and contamination-free…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Camera Module Adhesive What is Camera Module Adhesive? Camera module adhesive is an adhesive specially developed for bonding components in camera modules. These high-precision adhesives must combine optical clarity, mechanical stability, and thermal resistance without compromising image quality. Properties of Camera Module Adhesives High optical clarity and low…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Adhesive for Electronics What is Adhesive for Electronics? Adhesive for electronics is an adhesive specially developed for bonding electronic components and assemblies. These adhesives must fulfill electrical, thermal, and chemical requirements in electronics manufacturing in addition to mechanical bonding. Properties of Electronics Adhesives Electrical insulation or…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Medical Adhesives What are Medical Adhesives? Medical adhesives are adhesives specially developed for use in medical devices and applications that meet the highest safety and quality standards. These adhesives must be biocompatible and fulfill strict regulatory requirements for contact with the human body. Properties of Medical Adhesives Biocompatibility according to…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Cohesion What is Cohesion? Cohesion refers to the internal strength of an adhesive that results from the attractive forces between the molecules of the adhesive material itself. These internal bonding forces significantly determine the mechanical properties and load capacity of the cured adhesive layer. Properties of Cohesion Internal strength of the adhesive material…
0 Back to Home Back DELO Industrial Adhesives Academy Adhesive Glossary Contact Time What is Contact Time? Contact time is the time period that must elapse after applying a contact adhesive before the parts can be brought together to create an immediate, permanent bond. This time allows for optimal development of bonding strength. Properties of Contact Time Defined flash-off time for optimal bonding strength Development of maximum instant…
