EM-Tec CHT37 is an unique carbon filled inorganic silicate adhesive, especially developed for high temperature applications up to 2000°C . The fine graphite flakes are fully mixed with water based silicate solution. It is a one component system without any VOC’s. EM-Tec CHT-37 is ideally suited use with heating stages used with systems such as SEM, FIB, SIMS, AUGER or XPS (ESCA). It is also most suitable for heating experiments and high vacuum applications where electrical and thermal conductivity are needed
Features of the EM-Tec CHT37 high temperature conductive carbon paste:
Application and curing of the adhesive
Mix the EM-Tec CHT37 paste thoroughly before application. Abrade and clean surfaces before applying the adhesive. Apply a 50 to 200 um glue line for best results. The viscosity can be adjusted by adding a small percentage of water to a maximum of no more than 10%. Apply pressure or clamp if possible; good mechanical strength can be achieved in a few minutes at room temperature. Remove excess material before drying/curing. The adhesive must be cured for use at high or cryo temperatures.
The curing schedule is: air dry at room temperature for 2-4 hours. After that step, cure for 2 hours at 93°C for and then for 2 hours at 260°C to achieve full cure. Strength improves with increasing temperature and becomes almost insoluble after the second curing step. Blistering may occur if the glue line is too thick or heating too rapid.
Specifications of the EM-Tec CHT37 conductive high temperature carbon paste
Product number | 15-001137 |
Filler type |
graphite |
Wt% |
30 % |
Consistancy |
Thick paste |
Resistance |
6.5 Ω/sq/25um |
Thermal conductivity |
1 W/m°K |
Binder |
Inorganic silicate |
Solvent |
water |
Density |
1.40 – 1.50 g/cm3 |
Touch dry |
5 min |
Curing schedule |
2 hrs @ 93°C + 2 hrs @ 260°C |
Maximum temperature |
2000°C |
Minimum temperature |
-196°C |
Mechanical strength |
moderate |
Vacuum compatible (cured) |
excellent |
RoHs compliant |
yes |
Viscosity |
20,000 – 30,000cP |
Weight |
40 gr |
Container size |
30 cc |
Thinner/extender |
water |
Shelf life |
6-12 months |
Ordering information for the EM-Tec CHT37 conductive high temperature carbon paste
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