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Re: Encapsulation in plastic for ruggedization

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From: Kevin Tubbs
Date: Tue, 26 Apr 1988 03:17
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In article <17420@glacier.STANFORD.EDU> jbn@glacier.STANFORD.EDU (John B. Nagle) writes:
>      I'm interested in ruggedization treatments for small PC boards.
>What are some good alternatives, preferably ones that won't affect
>tuned RF circuits?  I'd like a thick, clear coat covering the components.

The guys in my research group that build payloads for rocket experiments
use clear Dow/Corning RTV (expensive).  I think they either dip the boards,
or pour it on, then pour off the excess.  Makes a nice smooth coating.

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Kevin Tubbs, 5152 Upson, Cornell University, Ithaca NY, 14853  (607) 255-8703
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From: kevin@calvin.EE.CORNELL.EDU (Kevin Tubbs)
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Subject: Re: Encapsulation in plastic for ruggedization
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Date: 26 Apr 88 03:17:51 GMT
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