FAQs

Yes. PRS supports materials adhered to MIL-I-46058C (QPL-46058), IPC-CC-830, and ASTM E-595 standards. We maintain inventory of NASA-approved low-outgassing conformal coatings for Aerospace & Defense applications.

Professional Conformal Coating application for electronics and electromechanical is actually relatively inexpensive when considering the value of the target being protected. For example, spending $100.00 to protect a $10K PCB for an application in Space is essential and a valued added enterprise

Yes — ionic cleaning is essential for adhesion and long-term performance. Residual flux (even “No-Clean”) often must be removed. PRS offers aqueous cleaning and other PCB cleaning & ionic testing services to ensure your boards are properly prepared before coating.  For further information contact us at sales@plasmarugged.com.

Yes. Our engineers can create specification documents from images, sample boards, or functional descriptions. We frequently do this for customers needing custom conformal coating or encapsulation specs.

We support multiple techniques depending on application:

• Spray, dip, brush (manual/robotic)
• Vacuum deposition / vapor deposition
• Dispensing for localized coverage

Yes. A primary use of conformal coatings is to shield circuits and components from moisture, salts, contaminants, and corrosion, thereby increasing product longevity.

Some coatings can be modified (or combined with thermally conductive fillers) to help with heat dissipation. PRS can recommend materials tailored to your heat-resistant or cold-resistant coating needs.

Absolutely. We deploy techniques such as low-frequency plasma treatment, etchback of glossy solder masks, or surface texturing to promote secure coating adhesion.

Yes. Conformal coatings (e.g. Parylene (XY), Epoxy (ER), Polyurethane (UR), Silicone (SR)) can help inhibit tin whiskers when coverage is complete. In many cases, .002–.004″ thickness is used for Parylene.

You can read more under Tin Whisker Mitigation Strategies.

We offer a spectrum of protection options — from dense conformal coatings to full encapsulation — and our engineering reviews help choose optimal strategies. Our offerings also include circuit board protection & security solutions.

FIPS 140 is a U.S. government standard specifying requirements for cryptographic modules. For customers needing compliance or secure systems, we offer FIPS-capable solutions.

Yes.  Depending on process type and project constraints, expedite servcies are available.  Contact your Sales Representative or email: sales@plasmarugged.com.

Our typical turnaround is 5 business days, though this can vary depending on materials or complexity. For time-sensitive orders, reach out and we’ll often accommodate shorter lead times.

Yes — with over 200 years of combined experience, our team offers full engineering support to help you choose optimum conformal coatings, encapsulants, or potting materials.

Yes — we can strip virtually all common coatings using chemical, plasma, or mechanical methods. Some methods may pose a risk to fragile components. Contact us for consultation or custom removal strategies. More on Removal / Stripping of Conformal Coatings. Contact us for further information sales@plasmarugged.com

Ideally, full coverage on both sides is preferred for maximum protection. However, selective coating is available where exposure of connectors or components is needed.

We hold AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications and adhere to critical industry standards like IPC-CC-830 and MIL-I-46058C.

We support the following:

• Acrylic (AR)
• Polyurethane (UR)
• Epoxy (ER)
• Silicone (SR)
• Parylene (XY)

Visit our Conformal Coating Selection Guide for a detailed comparison.

Your coating choice depends on your environment (moisture, temperature, vibration, chemicals). Our engineering staff will help you select the right solution from our supported materials and coatings.

Outsourcing to PRS lets you avoid capital investment, waste and VOC compliance, regulatory burden, and staffing costs. You also gain our decades of technical expertise and industry-grade certifications.

Conformal Coatings protect electronics from corrosion, dust, fungus, vibration, and leakage or shorts—extending life and reliability under harsh conditions.

Conformal coatings are thin, polymeric materials applied to printed circuit assemblies to maintain insulation, surface resistivity, and protect against contaminants. Proper pre-cleaning is vital for long-term performance.