Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy or Adhesive
Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy or Adhesive
(OP)
I am looking for information or test results for various thermally conductive adhesives. Most of the applications are for semiconductor heatsink mounts, but other uses always arise. Many adhesives do not have thermal conductance ratings so I was thinking of doing a mini-study for myself. Performance is always an issue.
Any leads or ideas for a quick test procedure?
Any leads or ideas for a quick test procedure?





RE: Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy or Adhesive
RE: Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy or Adhesive
Almost all of the manufacturers of thermally conductive adhesives list their thermal conductivities in their datasheets, since that's the primary reason for buying it.
1.6 W/m*K as shown here:
http://www.ablestik.com/c_product_detail.asp?item=Produ...
and here:
http://www.baconindustries.com/adhesives_thermally.htm
and here:
http://www.resintechgroup.com/pds/TR915.pdf
TTFN
RE: Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy or Adhesive
Compositepro, I don't mind re-inventing the wheel as the learning process can be rewarding and allow insights into the situation. The specific application is nothing special, but I have not been much involved in thermal adhesives so I have some exploring to do.
I’m sure there are commonly available adhesives that may be well suited to thermal applications, but are not meant for that specific duty. Thermal conductance properties are usually only published for ‘thermal adhesives’. I will do some more research though.
RE: Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy or Adhesive
All the ones listed in the links are meant for "that specific duty".
Obviously, you either think they're not or you are thinking of something other than what the entire adhesives industry is thinking.
The values quoted are consistent with the best of thermal adhesives, so, again, it's totally unclear what you're asking or talking about.
Perhaps if you started by clearing explaining your specific application, you could get better information or help.
TTFN
RE: Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy or Adhesive
I suppose I should have said, "... thermal conductive properties of adhesives", as opposed to just "thermally conductive adhesives. A study with test results is more what I'm after.
RE: Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy or Adhesive
The values that you quoted for thermal conductivity pretty much covers the bulk of the available products. Anything beyond that range usually requires custom work with a particular supplier.
TTFN