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Epoxy AdhesiveMedical Devices

Epoxy Adhesives Engineered to Withstand Medical Device Sterilization

Reusable Medical Devices such as endoscopes, ultrasound probes, surgical instruments, catheters, imaging equipment, and diagnostic sensors must perform reliably in environments that are demanding both mechanically and chemically. One of the most challenging requirements is repeated cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization. The adhesive holding a lens, sensor, cable, housing, transducer, or electronic assembly together may be exposed hundreds—or potentially thousands—of times to elevated temperatures, moisture, aggressive disinfectants, or sterilizing agents. Selecting…
Paven Patel
August 13, 2026
Epoxy AdhesiveMedical Devicespotting and encapsulating

New Products for Endoscope Camera Bonding

Adhesives Used in Endoscope Manufacturing: Bonding for Reliability and Performance Endoscopes are sophisticated medical devices that combine optics, electronics, illumination, and mechanical components within an extremely compact assembly. Whether used in flexible or rigid endoscopes, specialized medical-grade adhesives play an important role in maintaining structural integrity, protecting sensitive components, and supporting reliable performance. Epoxyset has developed 2 new adhesives specially formulated for use in endoscopy; specifically for lens bonding and…
Paven Patel
August 11, 2026
ElectronicsEpoxy AdhesiveMedical DevicesUV/LED

The Benefits of Cationic Cure Epoxy Adhesives: High Performance for Demanding Applications

As industries continue to demand adhesives that deliver exceptional performance, reliability, and long-term durability, cationic cure epoxy adhesives have become an increasingly attractive solution. Unlike conventional epoxy systems that rely on amine hardeners, cationic cure epoxies polymerize through a photo-initiated or thermally initiated cationic reaction. This unique curing mechanism offers several advantages, including lower shrinkage, excellent adhesion, superior chemical resistance, and the ability to cure in challenging environments. From electronics…
Paven Patel
July 29, 2026
Epoxy AdhesiveFeatured Products

Understanding Adhesive Strength: Key Mechanical Properties and What They Mean

When selecting an adhesive for an industrial, medical, or electronic assembly, understanding adhesive strength properties is critical. Different applications place different types of stress on a bonded joint, and no single strength measurement can fully characterize an adhesive’s performance. Engineers rely on several mechanical test methods to evaluate how an adhesive will perform under real-world conditions. Among the most commonly referenced adhesive properties are lap shear strength, tensile strength, die…
Paven Patel
June 18, 2026
UV/LED

Active Alignment Process in Optoelectronic Manufacturing

Active Alignment Process in Optoelectronics Active alignment is a precision assembly process used primarily in optical systems—such as camera modules, fiber-optic transceivers, LiDAR units, and photonic sensors—to ensure optimal coupling efficiency between optical components (e.g., lenses, lasers, fibers, photodiodes).Unlike passive alignment, which relies on mechanical tolerances and fiducial references, active alignment continuously monitors optical performance during assembly and adjusts the position of components in real time to achieve peak optical…
Paven Patel
October 8, 2025
UV/LED

Cationic vs Free Radical Reaction: Epoxies and Acrylate UV Cure Adhesives

Free-Radical Curing Mechanism Used for: Acrylates, methacrylates, unsaturated polyesters, styrenics, vinyl monomers. Initiation:Free-radical initiators (e.g., peroxides, azo compounds, or UV photoinitiators) generate radicals under heat or light.Example: R−O−O−R→ 2R⋅R-O-O-R  Propagation:The radical adds to a vinyl group (C=C), creating a growing chain radical. R⋅+CH2=CHX→R−CH2−CHX⋅R Termination:Two radicals combine or disproportionate, stopping growth. R⋅+R⋅→R−RR Very fast polymerization. Works with a wide variety of monomers. Common in UV-cure adhesives and 3D printing resins. Limitations:…
Paven Patel
October 3, 2025
ElectronicsEpoxy AdhesiveUV/LED

Active Alignment Adhesives

What is active alignment? Active alignment refers to the process of fine-tuning or precisely aligning components, typically optical or mechanical systems, while the system is actively operating. This method is commonly used in the manufacturing and assembly of high-precision devices, such as cameras, sensors, and optical instruments. In contrast to "passive alignment," where components are assembled based on predetermined measurements or templates, active alignment adjusts the components in real-time while…
Paven Patel
October 2, 2024
ElectronicsEpoxy Adhesive

Electrically Conductive Epoxy

Electrically conductive epoxy is a type of adhesive that not only bonds materials together but also conducts electricity. It is commonly used in various applications where both mechanical bonding and electrical conductivity are required. Here are some key points about electrically conductive epoxy: Composition and Types 1. Conductive Fillers: These epoxies typically contain conductive fillers such as silver, copper, nickel, or carbon. Silver is the most common due to its…
Paven Patel
June 18, 2024
ElectronicsUV/LED

Advantages of UV Cure Epoxy

Cationic epoxy, more commonly UV cure epoxy, refers to a type of epoxy resin system that cures through a cationic (positively charged) polymerization mechanism. Epoxy resins are polymers widely used in various industrial applications, including adhesives, coatings, and composites, due to their excellent adhesive properties, chemical resistance, and mechanical strength. In a cationic epoxy system, the curing process involves the reaction of epoxy groups (usually present in the resin) with…
Paven Patel
March 27, 2024
ElectronicsEpoxy Adhesive

Electrically Conductive Adhesive: Enabling Technologies in Electronics

If you’ve ever seen the inside of any modern electronic device, you’ll see the inner workings of advanced technologies held together with state-of-the-art adhesives. These adhesives are designed to help maintain the electrical current throughout the device, replacing bulky bonding methods such as solder. As such, electronic manufacturers are able to produce smaller, lighter, and more reliable devices using specially formulated electrically conductive adhesives. How Does an Electrically Conductive Adhesive…
Paven Patel
February 23, 2024