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Mar 2011   Advanced Die Attach Adhesives (DAAs)    
Nov 2010   Thermo-Sensitive Polymer
Oct 2010      Nano-Capacitive Humidity Sensor

 

 

An Alternative Coating to Teflon

Development of Reactive Hybridization Sol-Gel Technology on Extra Hard and Non-Stick Silicon Coating for Cookware

In recent years, questions have been raised about the safety of nonstick cookware. Reports revealed that a chemical (perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA)) used to bond the nonstick coating to the pan and used by Teflon, might release carcinogenic chemicals when it is overheated. One of the possible solutions is to form an inorganic silicone coating by sol-gel method. However, the traditional sol-gel process needs a high curing temperature of 600-700oC which will deform common metal substrates such as copper, aluminum and magnesium alloys.

A new coating technology of sol-gel method has been developed to tackle this technical challenge. The reactive hybridized sol-gel technique employs hybrid materials made up of inorganic and organic composites. Through the combination of inorganic and organic components at the molecular level, the organic part of the hybrid material can improve the adhesion between the coating and a substrate, while the inorganic part can increase the coating hardness.

3 Major Benefits:
NO TOXIC PFOA RELEASE
- No toxic organic solvent is used

ENERGY SAVING
- Coating found by hybridization technique in water
- Cure temperature at 250 degree celsius

PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
- Withstand up to 350-400 degree celsius high temperature
- Enhanced hardness and non-stock features

 

 

 

Advanced Die Attach Adhesives (DAAs)

Using nanomaterials and nano/microcapsules techniques, NAMI developed a low-cost, one component DAAs with high thermal conductivity (>= 40W/mK) for effective waste heat dissipation in most demanding microelectronic semiconductor packaging applications.

With a low cure temperature (<= 85 degree celsius), NAMI's DAAs can be used for devices with temperature sensitive parts. The high shelf temperature (>= -10 degree celsius) offers great convenience and energy saving for its transportation and preservation.

3 Major Benefits:
PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT
- High thermal conductivity (>= 40W/mK)

ENERGY SAVING
- High shelf temperature (>= -10 degree celsius) enables it to be stored using household refrigerator
- Low cure temperature (<= 85 degree celsius) enables it to be used in devices with temperature-sensitive parts

VERSATILE APPLICATIONS
- One-component adhesive for HB-LEDs, semiconductor and large-scale electronics devices packaging

Application Areas:
Solid State Lighting: LED / HB-LED assembly, GaN diodes and transistors

Microelectronics: Power transistors, Chip on board or multi chip module applications, Voltage regulators, Rectifiers, High power processors, memory, and ASICs

Communications: High power communication devices, Amplifiers, Microwave devices, RF power amplifiers for wireless infrastructures

Optics: Optoelectronic components, CMOS image sensors, Laser diodes for fiber optic devices

 

For details of product specification, please refer to here for product leaflet.

 

 

 

Thermo-Sensitive Polymer

NAMI introduced our state-of-the-art Thermo-Sensitive Polymer to differentiate your products with additional aesthetic and functional properties. This Thermo-Sensitive Polymer gives your product an ability to change to a milky color through any kind of change in ambient, body or water temperature, whatever the surface is touching. Color change will begin at selected activation temperature with high accuracy. Once the temperature drops below the activation temperature, the color will return to transparent.

3 Major Benefits:
SENSITIVE
- Responds to any kind of change in temperature
- Color change begins at selected activation temperature at a precision of 1 degree celsius
- When temperature drops below the activation temperature, the liquid turns back to transparent

VERSATILE
- Liquid based
- Allowing customization to specific applications

UV & NIR BLOCKING
- Blocking the glare from the sun; Ideal for building materials

Application Areas:
Building materials: Tiles, Blinds, Glass blocks, Glass vessels, Shower curtains, Architectural glass, Countertops, Tables, Floors, Ceilings, Walls, Roof files, Doors

Consumer Goods: Coasters, Hot plates, Serving trays, Placemats, Furniture

Lifestyle Goods: Picture frames, Candle holders, Dice, Children¡¦s books, Games and toys

Components: Vents, Buttons, Dash, Gear shift, Controls

 

For details of product specification, please refer to here for product leaflet.

 

 

 

Nano-Capacitive Humidity Sensor

NAMI is proud to introduce our new NM522-H Nano-Capacitive Sensors to provide the industry a reliable, affordable, and high performing solution. Using a novel material based on the nanostructures of porous oxide templates, the sensors are versatile to be designed for a variety of OEM applications. This innovative NM522-H Nano-Capacitive Sensor operates in a wide humidity range with high accuracy and short response time yet distributed at a fraction of the price of current similar products.

3 Major Benefits:
SENSITIVE
- Highly sensitive sensor with a wide humidity range from 0 to 100%
- Accurate response within 5 seconds

VERSATILE
- Small size designed for a variety of OEM applications like consumer electronics, home appliances, laboratory and scientific instruments

VALUE FOR MONEY
- Combining top-notch and uncompromising quality within an affordable price

Application Areas:
Home Appliances: HVAC, Dryers, Fridges, Dishwashers

Consumer Electronics: Weather stations, Clocks, Watches, Printers, Mobile phones

Industries: Measurement instruments, Data loggers, Greenhouses, Telecom cabinets

Automobile: Fogging prevention, HVAC

 

For details of product specification, please refer to here for product leaflet.

 

 
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