We take the heat… and get rid of it

Flexiramics-E containing PCB substrates and TIMs can increase 2-5 times the speed at which heat is removed from electronics components, e.g. from a PCB, to the heat sinks or to other active thermal management systems. Flexiramics-E containing thin polymer films can reach Tc of 1.8 W/mK, 4 times lower CTE and retain excellent flexibility.

Apple introduced with its iOS16, a function that stop charging the battery if the temperature is too high. And can also momentarily stop iPhone from functioning if the temperature is even higher. Why? To prevent damage to the iPhone components all the way to prevent fires and explosions from the batteries. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201678

Heat dissipation is a problem in electronics because the heat generated can build up in the device and cause components to overheat, which can lead to component failure, complete system shutdown and in extreme cases fires and explosions. In electronic devices, heat is generated primarily by the flow of electric current through the device’s components, including resistors, transistors, and integrated circuits. As the current flows through these components, some of the electrical energy is converted into heat energy. This heat energy needs to be dissipated from the device to maintain its safe operating temperature.

If heat is not dissipated effectively, it can cause a number of problems, including:

1. Thermal stress: Excessive heat can cause thermal stress on the components, which can lead to the failure of the device.
2. Reduced performance: High temperatures can also reduce the performance of electronic components, as their properties can change with temperature.
3. Shortened lifespan: Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can shorten the lifespan of electronic components, which can lead to premature failure of the device.
4. Safety risks: In extreme cases, excessive heat can cause safety risks, such as fire or explosion.

Flexiramics-E containing products help to maintain the safe operating temperature of electronic devices, ensuring their reliability and longevity. Flexiramics-B based Li-ion battery separators can increase the runaway temperatures of batteries by more than 50oC, preventing dangerous fires. This, we will cover in a future post.