This document introduces the features and characteristics of a series of thermal interface materials, thermal interface fillers, phase change thermal interface materials and thermal electrical insulating materials produced by Amphenol Corporation.
Bergquist is a world‑leading manufacturer of thermal management materials for electronics, automotive, aerospace and other industries. The company offers a broad portfolio of products such as Sil‑Pad® insulators, Gap Pad® gap‑filling materials, Hi‑Flow® phase‑change interfaces and TIC™ thermal interface compounds.
The catalog provides product overviews, thermal property data, selection guides and a detailed FAQ section covering test methods, shelf life, processing limits and reworkability, helping engineers choose the right material for their applications.
| Shelf life (Gap Pad) | 1 year |
|---|---|
| Shelf life (Gap Pad with adhesive) | 6 months |
| Maximum processing temperature | 250 °C for 5 min, 300 °C for 1 min |
| Thermal conductivity test method | ASTM D5470 |
| Electrical isolation | Yes, all Gap Pad materials are electrically isolating |
A test fixture that meets the specifications outlined in ASTM D5470 is used.
Yes, all Gap Pad materials are electrically isolating.
Gap Pad has a shelf life of one year, or six months if it includes an adhesive.
Gap Pad can be reworked and repositioned depending on the application and surface.