Automated mobility
Adhesives for automated driving
The automotive industry has already made great advances in automated driving, especially in well-controlled environments such as on highways. The fact that automated driving (Level 3) is technically possible with the help of powerful advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) is also thanks to innovative adhesive solutions. Adhesives make a small, but nevertheless important contribution to the future of driving.
Bonding Solutions for Automotive Cameras
Automotive portfolio for state-of-the-art camera technology
Cameras play a decisive role in the further development of automated driving systems. They are essential for the perception of the environment and enable the vehicle to recognize different road scenarios in real time. In assisted driving, cameras support essential functions such as lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control and emergency brake assist and thus make a decisive contribution to increasing safety, functionality and comfort in the vehicle. In more advanced automated driving systems, cameras are an integral part of the comprehensive understanding of the vehicle environment and allow navigation and decision-making with minimal human intervention.
Overall, cameras are indispensable on the road to safer, more efficient and autonomous transportation solutions and contribute significantly to the reduction of traffic accidents and the transformation of mobility. For this reason, correspondingly high demands are placed on the manufacture of cameras and their functionality. Thanks to their versatile and specific properties, adhesives make a decisive contribution to ensuring that modern cameras meet the high requirements of the automotive industry.
Many years of experience at all levels of camera production
Based on more than 15 years of expertise in the field of camera assembly, DELO has developed a broad product portfolio for bonding applications in automotive cameras. This covers, among other things, the bonding processes related to chip-on-board technology, connector encapsulation, module fixation and the active alignment of optics and image sensor. DELO's adhesives enable increasing miniaturization and withstand external influences such as extreme temperature fluctuations, changing humidity levels and vibration loads.
Technical details and special features
For precise camera mounting, DELO has developed special epoxy resin adhesives that can be cured either by light and heat or purely with light. Technical features of these products are e.g:
- Fast fixation with UV light: Fixation times of 0.5 - 1 s enable high cycle times and optimum system utilization.
- Low shrinkage and swelling behavior: The movement of the adhesive over the lifetime of a camera is reduced to a minimum.
- Universal adhesion: DELO adhesives offer high reliability and aging resistance on common camera substrates.
Application areas of DELO adhesives
DELO adhesives are used in a variety of camera applications in cars, e.g. for:
- Front cameras (mono and stereo modules, telephoto camera)
- 360° surround view perception
- Near range perception
- Infrared cameras (interior observation, thermal imaging cameras)
Increase the reliability of your camera modules with DELO. In a non-binding consultation, we will advise you individually on how we can support you with your project.

LiDAR: High-tech sensors require high-tech adhesives
Long-term maximum performance of your LiDAR systems with DELO
LiDAR sensors are essential for the precise detection of the environment in autonomous driving. LiDAR systems (which stands for "Light Detection and Ranging") provide detailed environmental data, even from distant objects, and complement other sensors such as cameras and radar. This information is essential for decision-making and control in autonomous vehicles. By combining these technologies, vehicles can react effectively to dynamic traffic conditions and navigate safely. LiDAR systems with active alignment processes, fixed and moving mirrors, large windshields and different materials place high demands on adhesives. In addition, adverse environmental conditions such as precipitation, sunlight and fluctuating temperatures pose further challenges for the performance of adhesives.
Specially developed high-tech adhesives from DELO optimally protect the electronics of the sensors and thus ensure their long-term functionality.
Technical details of our adhesives
DELO adhesives are robust and adaptable. In addition to the highest quality, the focus is also on optimal production processes:
- Efficient cycle times thanks to dual-curing properties
- Optimum protection in adverse conditions
- Broad portfolio of chemistries for different material combinations
Versatile areas of application
LiDAR systems for motor vehicles are essential components in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous vehicles. They enable precise distance measurement with a range of up to 300 m and detailed 3D mapping of the vehicle's surroundings. Laser beams are used to measure the distance to objects and thus ensure an accurate perception of the surroundings. As versatile as the LiDAR technology itself is, DELO adhesives are also used in many different ways - for example, in sensors for:
- Environment mapping and object recognition
- Lane recognition and navigation
- Collision avoidance and real-time distance measurement
- Traffic sign recognition and processing
- Function in poor lighting conditions
Are you looking for a suitable adhesive for your LiDAR project? Talk to our experts.

Versatile Adhesive Solutions for RADAR Sensors
Highest Quality Under Difficult Conditions
ADAS technologies have become an integral part of the automobile, with RADAR being one of the most established technologies. Functions such as adaptive cruise control or blind spot assist must also function smoothly in difficult weather conditions. The RADAR sensor has proven to be the most durable technology in this respect over the last few years and therefore also requires special durability requirements for adhesives. For example, they must be able to withstand splash water, salt, vibrations, strong temperature fluctuations and aggressive media without losing their functionality. The special feature here is that this not only concerns the functionality of the adhesive effect, but also often includes physical properties such as certain conductivities or electromagnetic shielding.
DELO offers specialized adhesives that reliably protect RADAR sensors so you can count on your RADAR technology in any weather. Our solutions are fast and easy to process.
Why choose DELO adhesives?
DELO's light-curing epoxy resins of the KATIOBOND family offer a solution for demanding conditions. They are resistant to temperatures from -40 to +125°C and pass extensive salt spray tests. These adhesives enable efficient production processes through pre-activation and fast curing. They impress with:
- High resistance: Resistant to moisture, chemicals and temperature stress.
- Fast curing: Optimized production cycles thanks to innovative, low-energy light curing processes.
- Shielding: EMI protection of electrical components.
- Conductivity: Dissipation of heat and electrical contacting
Applications of DELO adhesives
Our adhesives are indispensable in numerous RADAR applications:
- Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
- Emergency Brake Assist (AEB)
- Blind spot detector (BSD)
- Lane change assistant
- Rear collision warning
Would you like to know more? Talk to our sales engineers about your RADAR applications.

Adhesive solutions for Driver Monitoring Systems
Reliably protect sensors and increase functionality
In modern vehicles, driver monitoring systems (DMS) are among the key technologies that protect lives. But how do you ensure the stability and performance of these systems?
This is where DELO comes into play: Our adhesive solutions offer robust, environmentally friendly curing that enables suitable quantities in automated production lines. Our adhesives can even take on additional functions.
Why choose DELO adhesives?
Our adhesives offer more than just a connection. Protection against external influences, sealing and conductivity highlight the functionalities of the sensors. This not only makes the systems safer, but also more efficient in their use.
Advantages of our products:
- Fast curing: Ideal for highly automated productions.
- Versatile protection: Increases the longevity and robustness of the sensors.
- Optimized properties: Increase the efficiency of the sensors in their core function.
Areas of application in the vehicle interior
Sensor technology in vehicle interiors is becoming increasingly important. In addition to safety aspects, the focus is also on applications for monitoring vital status and detecting the presence of children. These tasks require diverse sensor systems. Our adhesives are indispensable in a wide range of areas and increase the safety and functionality of your vehicle systems:
- RADAR sensors
- Cameras
- Hands-on detection
- Air quality sensors
Talk to us to find out more about our customized solutions and arrange a consultation with our experts.

Bonding Ultrasonic Sensors for more than 10 Years
Signal transmission through adhesives
With ultrasonic sensors, you are faced with the challenge of not only bonding the components for signal generation but also transmitting their signal in the best possible quality. To transmit the sound pulses, the mechanical properties and adhesive layer thickness must match precisely.
DELO has the solution for your ultrasonic sensors: Our high-tech adhesives combine long-term proven functionality and optimize your production processes. They have been used for more than a decade for the assembly of parking sensors, combining the necessary application and process expertise.
Properties of DELO adhesives
Our light-curing epoxy resins of the DELO KATIOBOND family have been specially developed for the challenges of ultrasonic sensors. They not only withstand temperatures ranging from -40°C to +125°C, but also reliably hold the components together under vibration loads with the thinnest adhesive layer thicknesses.
Our products offer:
- Outstanding signal transmission: Tailor-made properties for thin adhesive gaps.
- Robust against environmental influences: Temperature and media resistance even under extreme conditions.
- Efficiency for your production: Short cycle times and low-energy light pre-activation.
Rely on many years of expert knowledge and efficient production processes. Contact us to find out more - our team of experts will be happy to help and advise you.

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