QUESTION:
If the epoxy has filler or glass beads, will that interfere with the strength of the bond – and create the need for a thicker bond line?
ANSWER:
If an epoxy has a filler or glass beads, the manufacturer has included the filler for a reason. The...
QUESTION:
How can we minimize epoxy material waste and reduce costs?
ANSWER:
Recommendations to adjust your epoxy process, which can minimize material waste and reduce costs. Here are two ideas to alter your epoxy-related production process. These...
QUESTION:
What happens if you overmix epoxy?
ANSWER:
The possibility of overmixing is more likely. The goal is to thoroughly blend Part A and Part B with minimal bubbles. (In the production process, you don’t want to dispense a bubble instead of a drop...
QUESTION: How can one verify that epoxy processes are appropriate for the product?
ANSWER:
The only way to verify that epoxy processes are appropriate for the product is through destructive product testing during process development. And since destructive...
QUESTION:
Is a static mixer the recommendation for fiber optic epoxies?
ANSWER:
Almost all epoxies used in fiber optics are two-part and have dissimilar mix ratios. This, coupled with the relatively small amount of material being applied, means a static...
QUESTION:
How can we reduce the risk of dermatitis when working with epoxies?
ANSWER:
To reduce the risk of either of these types of dermatitis, let’s begin with a common phrase: SAFETY FIRST. It is important to prepare and protect yourself from coming...
QUESTION:
Can small amounts of epoxy inside the ferrule be observed after curing?
ANSWER:
Too little epoxy inside the ferrule CANNOT be observed / tested for after curing. Therefore, processes and controls MUST be implemented which ensure consistent...
QUESTION: How much is enough or the right amount of epoxy in the connector? ANSWER: The answer is dependent on internal connector design, fiber diameters, epoxy type and application methods. For detailed information on internal connector design, the fiber...
QUESTION:
We are a fiber optic cable assembly manufacturer. For epoxy bi-packs, what are the typical package sizes?
ANSWER:
For fiber optic cable assembly manufacturers, bi-packs of 2.5-gram and 4-gram are typical package sizes for epoxy. While these...
QUESTION:
When working with epoxies, are there different types of skin irritations or allergies?
ANSWER:
The two types of Contact Dermatitis are Irritant and Allergic:
Irritant Contact Dermatitis is an inflammatory reaction that occurs after damage to...
