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DuPont MCM Introduces New In-Mold Electronic Inks

Inks enable design freedom, functional integration.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Contributing Editor, Coatings World and Ink World, Coatings World and Ink World Magazine

DuPont Microcircuit Materials is launching a suite of in-mold electronic inks to help streamline electronic devices by reducing the need for rigid circuit boards. By printing circuits directly onto plastic substrates, touch controls, such as electronic buttons, switches and slides, are readily integrated in applications such as home appliances and automobiles.
 
“In-mold electronics can simplify structures significantly while opening the door for more creative design possibilities since designers are no longer restricted to the shapes and form factors of printed circuit boards,” said John Voultos, segment manager, DuPont Microcircuit Materials. “These new inks will enable more beautiful appliances and lighter vehicles.”
 
The new DuPont ME series in-mold electronic inks are designed to withstand demanding manufacturing processes such as thermoforming and injection molding. They also simplify the assembly process because there is only a single connection point and no wires behind the console. This can reduce the weight of a console by more than 70%. In addition to increased design freedom and lighter weight, the technology can reduce cost by up to 50% compared to currently available buttons and up to 20% versus other electronic touch switch systems.

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