Conformal Coating Removal - How to Get Started W/Reference
Conformal coatings are polymeric films on printed circuit boards (PCBs) that protect against hazards like moisture, pollution, chemicals, and temperature changes. This layer of..
Polyurethane Conformal Coatings - Benefits & Applications
Conformal coatings are polymeric materials applied to a PCB to improve device reliability. These films protect electronics from environmental threats, including humidity, liquids,..
An Overview of Our Parylene Coating Equipment
The development of our coating technology began in 2007. We've come a long way since, filing more than 200 patents and protecting millions of digital devices. Today, we want to..
Parylene Biocompatibility - Parylene Compared, Analyzed For Medical
Biocompatibility is vital to medical device safety. It ensures implants and other devices can be used in and on the body with minimal adverse reactions. Medical devices must be..
Parylene Coating Removal - Methods & Best Practices for Each
Parylene coatings present unique challenges when it comes to rework and removal. They often outperform other conformal coatings. Parylene has better barrier properties, uniform..
MIL-I-46058C: Definitive Guide to Military Standards for PCBAs
Reliability is a top priority in defense and aerospace electronics in harsh, unforgiving environments. The MIL-I-46058C standard is a guideline for conformal coating materials..
Polymer Glass Transition Temperature - Material Properties, Impact
Polymer glass transition temperature (Tg) refers to the temperature at which an amorphous polymer transitions from a glassy, rigid state to a rubbery, flexible state...
What is Coefficient of Linear Expansion? Formula, Units & More
Temperature affects the behavior of materials, causing them to expand or contract. However, not all materials respond to temperature variations in the same way. Some materials,..
What is Thermal Conductivity? Explanation, Measurement, Uses
Thermal conductivity is a fundamental concept in heat transfer and is crucial in multiple industries and scientific disciplines. It refers to the ability of a material to conduct..
What is the Index of Refraction? Measurement, Definition & More
Understanding how light travels through different mediums is essential in optics. One invaluable optical property is the index of refraction. This measurement quantifies how much..
Tensile Strength at Yield - Testing, Standards, Specs, Material
The ability to accurately predict the behavior of coating materials under tension is crucial in ensuring the integrity and reliability of electronic components. This includes..
Elongation at Break - Definition, Testing, Material Selection
Elongation at break is a key mechanical property that measures the deformation capacity of a material before it eventually snaps or breaks, providing insights into the material's..
Young's Modulus of Polymers - Measurement, Calculation
Young's Modulus is an important property, allowing engineers to select coating materials based on their desired stiffness. Understanding and manipulating the elastic Modulus of..
Water Vapor Transmission Rate - Standards, Testing, Material
In the world of electronics, moisture control is of utmost importance. High water vapor transmission rate (WVTR) can pose significant risks to sensitive electronic devices. When..
Transparent Polymers - Applications, Material Selection
Transparent polymers offer optical clarity and the ability to transmit light. With various applications across various industries, these polymers have gained popularity for their..
Biocompatible Coatings - Coating Techniques, Applications, More
Biocompatible coatings seamlessly integrate with the human body, offering benefits through their ability to promote healing and prevent adverse reactions. They can improve patient..
Dissipation Factor - Definition, Measurement, Variables
Dielectric materials are crucial in various industries and applications, serving as insulators, substrates, or capacitors. One important characteristic often evaluated in..
Volume Resistivity - Definition, Measurement, Product Design
Whether designing circuit boards or protecting electrical components, knowledge of the volume resistivity of coating materials plays a pivotal role in creating efficient and..
UL94 Coating Material - Testing Method, Material Selection
Fire safety compliance is an indispensable aspect across various industries. One crucial benchmark in fire safety compliance is UL94, a widely recognized standard for flammability..
Elongation Yield: Overview, Unit of Measure, Data and Testing
Elongation yield refers to the maximum amount of deformation a material can undergo before it experiences a permanent change in shape or size. This property is fundamental in..
Difference Between Water Resistant, Repellent, & Proof
If you're looking for the highest quality protection from the inside out, contact HZO today. We all see references to waterproof, water-resistant, and water-repellant devices..
Top Electronics Manufacturing Industry Publications
If you work in the electronics manufacturing industry, you are likely plagued with information overload, whether you are an engineer, purchasing professional, or business-oriented..
ADAS Design and Validation for the Real World - Automotive Coatings
Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) continue to expand in features and functionalities. Standard offerings may include adaptive cruise control, park assist, blind-spot..
IP Ratings Decoded: IP57, IPX7, IPX5 Explained
Download the IP Checklist Download Checklist Download HZO's Ingress Protection (IP) Checklist Your shiny new smartwatch claims to be IP57 waterproof, your new phone claims to be..
Preserving Power: Protective Coatings for EV Battery Corrosion
EV batteries promise to revolutionize transportation as we know it, but is it all positive? The future of electric vehicles is riding on the dependable operation of these energy..
Engineered Reliability: Conformal Coatings for ECUs
Quite possibly the most critical systems in modern-day vehicles, electronic control units (ECUs), are responsible for overseeing, regulating, and altering the operation of a car’s..
Parylene Conformal Coatings - Parylene Conformality Explained
Parylene (p-polyxylylene) conformal coatings are unique due to their capacity to be polymerized and deposited by the chemical vapor deposition (CVD) method onto surfaces near room..
What is Parylene? Industry Use Cases, Types, Properties
What is Parylene? Is it Right For My Project? Parylene forms high-performance thin-film coatings. There are several types, like Parylene N, C, and D. Each has unique chemical..
Dielectric Constant of Insulator Materials: Formula, Table of Values
Depending on their formulated ingredients and molecular structures, thin film coatings may be electrically conductive, insulative, or semiconductive. Insulative coatings serve..
What is the Dielectric Strength Formula? Testing, Table of Values
Although thin film coatings serve many purposes, providing dielectric isolation and electrical insulation is one of the essential functions. Dielectric strength is an important..
Arc Resistance - Concepts and Testing Explained
Insulating materials such as Teflon, plastic, rubber, ceramic, or glass ensure products function properly and safely. However, no insulator is perfect. These materials still..
Conformal Coating for Drones - Which is Best?
As technology advances, so do the capabilities of drones, which are available in various sizes, weights, and shapes. The technological advancements in drone specifications,..
Parylene Masking - General Concepts Explained
Conformal coatings are an excellent way to increase the reliability of electronic components in harsh environments. However, this protection can be too much of a good thing..
How to Make Your Lithium-ion Battery Design More Sustainable
A recent report from “Markets and Markets” revealed that experts expect the battery recycling market to grow to $23.2 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 6.1% from 2020-2025. This..
Improving CGM Electronics Designs with Medical Coatings
A vital issue for continuous glucose monitor development is design and reliability engineering. CGM systems, however, will encounter environments that can jeopardize electronics..
How Much Does Parylene Coating Cost? - All Things Considered
Parylene coatings are known for robust protection from liquids, corrosion, chemicals, and strong electrical activity at a fraction of the thickness of alternative coatings, such..
PECVD vs CVD – Chemical Vapor Deposition Overview
Thin-film deposition is the dynamic process used for depositing thin-film coatings onto a substrate, part, or assembly. Deposition methods, in general, can be grouped into three..
NEMA vs IP Ratings Explained
Once upon a time, computers only sat perched on desktops, but that is no longer the case. Deployed in harsh industrial, medical, automotive, and consumer household environments,..
How To: A Wearable Device Design That Consumers Actually Want
Wearable devices provide insight and convenience to consumers through activity tracking and biometric data that they can easily access through a wearable app. But many wearable..
What is Corrosion & Does It Ruin Electronics? How to Remove It?
Imagine the following scenario: You are washing the dishes, listening to music on your smartphone when suddenly the unthinkable happens – the phone that was nestled safely in your..
IoT - Coating Consistency is Key
IoT sensors aggregate and send data to IoT dashboards, simplifying critical, complex decisions quickly. One key area where this is particularly true is the utilization of sensor..
Parylene Thickness - Industry Benchmarks, Cost, Effect on Properties
In the world of protective coatings, Parylene is a standout. Its unique, beneficial properties make it a great choice. Many Parylene types have distinct properties, like Parylene..
6 Common Conformal Coating Defects & Their Solutions
When we say that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link, we aren’t talking about polymer chains – we’re talking about conformal coating defects. Regardless of the type, a..
Conformal Coating vs Potting/Encapsulation - The Pros & Cons
As the world of electronics continues to grow and evolve, printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) find their way into more and more products and industries. Whether you create..
Epoxy Conformal Coating Evaluation Guide
Conformal coatings are polymeric materials applied to substrates. These films protect electronics from environmental hazards, like corrosion, humidity, chemicals, and liquids...
Solving Weather & Water Challenges For Smart Farms
It’s a Small World, After All The world’s population is projected to reach 8.5 billion by 2030, an unprecedented increase approaching fast. This looming surge will compound our..
Designing a Waterproof Product With IP Ratings
The Big Picture: Manufacturers determine IP ratings, not an impartial group. Although these rating systems are useful for comparison purposes, they are not the panacea for rating..
Rakuten Kobo Chooses HZO | Waterproof Next Generation Ereader
Consumer requests for waterproofing made possible with HZO Technology Draper, UT – August 17, 2016 – HZO Inc., the total solutions leader in liquid and environment protection..
Don't Be Left in the Dark: Brief History of Light Emission Devices
One of the best things about working for a company like HZO is the opportunity to be exposed to an extremely wide variety of technologies (apart from our own). Our seasoned..
HZO Investor Profile: Delta Electronics Capital
As HZO prepares for its first Board of Directors meeting of 2015, we are reminded of our amazing roster of investors. For a timely topic, today we highlight another of our Series..
HZO Investor Profile: Harris & Harris Group
Today, we highlight one of the earliest private equity investors in HZO, Harris & Harris, a publicly traded company listed on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol TINY. H&H follows a..
HZO Investor Profile: Prudence Holdings
As 2014 comes to a close, we want to introduce another of our investors, Prudence Holdings, a founding investor in HZO. You may not have heard of Prudence, as this New York-based..
HZO Investor Profile: Iron Gate Capital
What do an e-commerce company that serves emerging apparel brands (Branded Online), a post-bill audit and recovery service for large hospitals (AcuStream), an artificial heart..
HZO Success Story: NavELite
In 2013, Andy Wilson of NavELite faced a tough situation. As a former special forces soldier in the United States Army, Price was familiar with tight spots, but this was..
Hydrophilic vs Hydrophobic: What's The Difference?
Hydrophilic vs. Hydrophobic Today’s technical terminology can be dizzying. On an average day here at HZO you hear people throw around words like nanotechnology and vapor..
Record-Breaking Sea Kayak Journey Around Ireland
A few months back, we were contacted with news of an amazing man in Ireland who was going to attempt to break a world record- so we jumped at the chance to do our part in..