Traditional silicone molded gaskets can be used in a variety of applications, however, silicone gaskets require specific molds and additional assembly steps. Darcoid offers revolutionary Cure-in-Place Gasket (CIPG) silicones that combine the high performance of traditional molded gaskets with the versatility of liquid-dispensed materials. This means it can be directly applied to the component or assembly, where it then cures in place to form a robust, custom-fit seal. CIPG requires less total force to compress than traditional extruded seals, and unlike extruded gaskets which need to be seated in a groove by hand, CIPG doesn’t require manual installation. This process significantly reduces the complexity and time involved in assembly, offering significant advantages in terms of production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
The CIPG silicone is designed to maintain its resilience, flexibility, and sealing effectiveness under varying temperature conditions, pressure, and environmental factors. This unique blend of properties results in a true elastomer performance, providing an optimal solution for many sealing applications.
Automotive: engine covers, oil pans, and water pumps, and is critical for sealing EV battery packs, power electronics, and sensor housings.
Consumer Electronics: waterproofing compact devices, enabling IP68-rated protection in smartphones, smartwatches, and IoT sensors.
Industrial Automation: robotic arm joints exposed to lubricants in automotive assembly lines and food processing equipment requiring FDA-compliant seals.
Renewable Energy Systems: outdoor electronics sealing in solar inverter manufacturers and offshore wind turbine pitch control systems.
Medical Devices: portable diagnostic equipment for blood glucose monitors and wearable medical sensors.
These industries leverage CIPG for its superior sealing performance, design flexibility, and material efficiency making it a preferred choice for advanced sealing solutions.
Reduced Warehouse Footprint: Instead of having to stock thousands of seals and gaskets that come in many shapes and sizes, customers only need to stock bulk containers of the liquid resin.
Design Flexibility: Engineers are no longer limited by traditional die-cutting or molding. CIPG can follow complex 3D paths and varying heights, allowing for more compact and innovative product designs.
Material Efficiency: Die-cutting typically results in significant trim waste and molding could have flash at the parting lines of the tool requiring processes to remove the excess material. CIPG is an additive process so essentially all the material dispensed ends up on the final part.
Superior Sealing Performance: The gasket is dispensed as a liquid, so it adapts perfectly to the surface irregularities of the substrate before curing. This level of conformity means a better seal than a pre-cured rubber seal.
Contact Darcoid to review your application and see if CIPG or our other offerings fit your needs.
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