1 / 5
Phenolic Compression
Mounting Powders
2 / 5
Glass Filled Mounting Powders
for Edge Retention (Epoxy and Diallyl Phthalate)
3 / 5
TRANSACRYLIC Clear
Mounting Powder
4 / 5
Conductive Mounting Powders
(with Copper or Graphite fillers)
5 / 5
Compression Mounting
Accessories and Miscellaneous
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Compression Mounting Characteristics
There are a variety of compression mounting materials. The two main classes of compression mounting materials are thermoset and thermoplastics. Thermoset resins require heat and pressure to cross-link the polymer, and the reaction is irreversible. Thermoplastic, on the other hand, can theoretically be remelted.
See the table below for more specific information on the various compression mounting resins:
| Feature |
Phenolics |
Acrylics |
Epoxy |
Diallyl Phthalates |
| Cost |
Low |
Moderate |
Moderate |
Moderate |
| Ease of Use |
Excellent |
Moderate |
Good |
Good |
| Different Colors |
Yes |
No |
No |
Yes |
| Cycle Times |
Excellent |
Moderate |
Good |
Good |
| Edge Retention |
Fair |
Good |
Excellent |
Excellent |
| Clarity |
None |
Excellent |
None |
None |
| Hardness |
Low |
Medium |
High |
High |