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"Self-Healing Coated Silicone Rubber: Enabling Electronic Device Shells to 'Self-Heal', Say Goodbye to Scratch Troubles"

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Technical Core: Dynamic Molecular Chain "Intelligent Patch" Mechanism  
Once traditional silicone rubber coatings are scratched, the damage will continue to expand. However, this coated liquid silicone rubber adopts a dynamic molecular chain "intelligent patch" mechanism——reversible chemical bonds are embedded in the organosilicon molecular chain (similar to "molecular Velcro"). When tiny scratches appear on the coating surface, surrounding molecular chains will automatically migrate and re-crosslink to fill the damaged area. Experiments show that in friction tests simulating daily use, the material can self-heal more than 90% of superficial scratches within 24 hours, just like putting "growing skin" on the device shell.  

Value Scenario: Solving the "Vulnerability" Problem of Electronic Devices  
Tests by a smartphone brand show that after using this material, the complaint rate of scratches on the back cover coating during the 6-month use cycle decreased by 85%. User feedback: "Previously, the phone would be full of scratches after being in the bag for a few days, but now it remains clean and new after a month of use, and even the protective case is saved." In addition, the material has passed the MIL-STD-810G military standard scratch resistance test, and can resist scratches from common items such as keys and coins, making it especially suitable for high-frequency use scenarios such as foldable screen phones and smart watches.  

Comparative Recessiveness: Double Improvement in Lifespan and Experience  
Durability: Traditional coatings show obvious damage after 300 rubs, while this material can withstand more than 2000 rubs and still maintain a complete surface (data from third-party laboratories).  
Cost-effectiveness: Although the unit price is 15% higher than that of ordinary coatings, the comprehensive use cost is reduced by 40% due to the reduction in repair and replacement needs (calculated based on an annual output of 1 million devices).  
Tactile optimization: Through micron-level surface treatment technology, the coating's friction coefficient is as low as 0.1 (close to the touch of glass), making operation smoother. It also has anti-fingerprint properties and can be cleaned with a single wipe.  

Practical Information: Helping Products Launch Quickly  
Process compatibility: supports multiple processes such as spraying, dipping, and roller coating, seamlessly connecting with existing production lines without additional equipment investment.  
Rapid curing: it can be completely cured in only 10 minutes at 80℃ (traditional materials take more than 30 minutes), greatly improving production efficiency.  
Environmental certification: passed RoHS, REACH, and Halogen-Free certifications, complying with global environmental regulations and helping brands expand into international markets.  
Customization service: provides one-stop support from material selection to performance testing, with a minimum order quantity of only 50 kilograms, reducing trial production risks.

For more information, please click here  IOTA Silicone

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