New Adhesives Formulated for Fuel Cells, Batteries, Turbines

TORRINGTON, CT—Dymax Corp. has introduced a new series of light-curable adhesives and coatings for assembling gas turbines, batteries and fuel cells and electrolyzers, including solid oxide (SOFC) and proton exchange membrane (PEMFC) systems.

Manufacturers of such products face challenges related to durability, efficiency and safe operation under diverse and demanding conditions. Dymax’s adhesives, coatings, encapsulants, sealants and maskants are designed to address assembly and end-product performance obstacles in energy applications.

The materials cure quickly under light exposure, facilitating faster production. They also provide strong adhesion and are suitable for various substrates used in energy system components, including metals and advanced composites. Their versatile nature makes them suitable for applications requiring high structural integrity, tight seals, and performance under fluctuating conditions.

Dymax products are effective in environments that require resistance to high temperatures and aggressive chemicals. In manufacturing and assembling SOFC and PEM fuel cell stacks, gaskets and adhesives must maintain their integrity at high temperatures and resist chemical degradation from electrolytes and gases. 

Light-curable maskants protect sensitive gas turbine engine components during surface finishing. Conformal coatings and encapsulants protect circuit boards housed within turbine control systems from changing environments.

Dymax products provide electrical insulation and mechanical stability to large-scale battery assemblies in energy storage systems and battery packs. These features contribute to safer and more reliable energy storage.

“Dymax continues to innovate in the field of light-curable materials, focusing on the specific needs of energy system manufacturers,” said Virginia Hogan, business development manager at Dymax. “Our products are developed with an in-depth understanding of the challenges in this sector, ensuring that they not only simplify the assembly process but also enhance the operational effectiveness and longevity of the systems.”

These light-curable materials also support sustainability initiatives by reducing energy use during curing and eliminating the need for solvents. 

For more information, visit https://dymax.com.