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Para-Coat Technologies Parylene C

Parylene C is the most widely used parylene dimer, providing a useful combination of properties, plus a very low permeability to moisture, chemicals, and other corrosive gasses.

Product Type: Conformal Coating

Features: Biocompatible, Chemical Resistant, Excellent Dielectric Properties, Excellent Dirt Pick-up Resistance, Fungus Resistant, Good Barrier Properties, Good Moisture Resistance, High Dielectric Strength, Pinhole-Free, Strong Dust Traceability

Application Area: Signage

Application Method: Brush, Dip Coating, Spray

Chemical Family: Dimers

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Parylene C is produced from the same raw material (dimer) as Parylene N, modified only by the substitution of a chlorine atom for one of the aromatic hydrogens. Parylene C deposits on substrates at a faster rate than Parylene N and is an excellent barrier with a useful combination of electrical and physical properties, plus a very low permeability to moisture and corrosive gasses.

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Properties

Mechanical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Coefficient of Friction (Dynamic)0.29
Coefficient of Friction (Static)0.29
Density1.289g/cm³
Elongation at Break200.0%
Index of Refraction1.639
Tensile Modulus3200.0MPa
Tensile Strength55.0MPa
Tensile Strength10000.0psi
Tensile Strength69.0MPa
Water Absorption (24 hrs)0.06%
Yield Elongation2.9%
Yield Strength8000.0psi
Thermal Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Linear Coefficient of Expansion (10⁻⁵/°C)3.5
Melting Temperature290.0°C
Thermal Conductivity (25°C)0.082W/mK
Typical Electrical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Dielectric Constant (1,000 Hz)3.1
Dielectric Constant (1,000,000 Hz)2.95
Dielectric Constant (60 Hz)3.15
Dielectric Strength (Short Time, 1 mil)6800.0Volts/mil
Dissipation Factor (1,000 Hz)0.019
Dissipation Factor (1,000,000 Hz)0.013
Dissipation Factor (60 Hz)0.02
Surface Resistivity (23°C, 50% RH)10¹⁵ohm
Volume Resistivity (23°C, 50% RH)6x10¹⁶ohm-cm
Barrier Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Gas Permeability (Carbon Dioxide, 24 hrs, 23°C)7.7cm³ - mil/100in²
Gas Permeability (Chlorine, 24 hrs, 23°C)0.35cm³ - mil/100in²
Gas Permeability (Hydrogen Sulfide, 24 hrs, 23°C)13.0cm³ - mil/100in²
Gas Permeability (Nitrogen, 24 hrs, 23°C)0.95cm³ - mil/100in²
Gas Permeability (Oxygen, 24 hrs, 23°C)7.1cm³ - mil/100in²
Gas Permeability (Sulfur Dioxide, 24 hrs, 23°C)11.0cm³ - mil/100in²
Moisture Vapor Transmission (24 hrs, 37°C, 90% RH)0.14g-mil/100in²
Chemical Resistance

Swelling (Thickness change, %) on immersion in various chemicals for 10-16 µm thickness film. (Typical values only).

Chemicals Immersing Conditions Parylene N
Hydrochloric Acid 10% 75/120 min A +0.08
Sulfuric Acid 10% 75/120 min A +0.07
Nitric Acid 10% 75/120 min A +0.15
Hydrofluoric Acid 10% 50/120 min A +0.37
NaOH Solution 10% 75/120 min A +0.15
NH4OH Solution 10% 75/120 min A +0.15
Hydrogen Peroxide Water (H2O) 50/120 min A 0.00
Octane 75/120 min A +0.29
Toluene 75/120 min A +0.3
Monochlorobenzene 75/120 min A +0.37
Pyridine 75/120 min A +0.29
2-Propanol (IPA) 50/120 min A +0.07
Acetone 50/120 min A +0.15

A - Excellent Resistance, B - Good Resistance, C - Possible to Use with Difficult, D - No Good to Use

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Available in 1 kg Bags.