Why we had to change the color of our Thermigrease thermal pastes
Thermal pastes play a crucial role in the efficiency and longevity of electronic and mechanical applications. In order to meet the high quality standards of our customers and at the same time comply with current regulatory requirements, we have decided to change the color of our Thermigrease thermal pastes. In this article we explain the background to this decision and what it means for you.
1. Color variations due to fillers
Our thermal pastes contain specialized fillers known for their outstanding thermal properties. However, these fillers are subject to natural color variations as they come from different raw material sources. In the past, these variations in color have meant that the visual appearance of the products was not always consistent.
To address this issue, we have decided to color our thermal pastes in the future. This allows us to ensure that each batch is visually consistent, which is particularly beneficial for automated manufacturing processes and quality control.
2. Regulatory requirements: REACH, RoHS and Proposition 65
Another reason for the color change is compliance with the strictest legal requirements. The European REACH regulation and the RoHS directive (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) stipulate that chemical substances must not exceed certain limit values for potentially harmful substances.
In addition, California has Proposition 65, a law that requires companies to inform consumers about the presence of potentially harmful substances in products. To meet these requirements, we have reviewed and adjusted our formulations. The new formulation gives us even more precise control over the materials used and ensures that our products continue to comply with current and future legal requirements.
3. What does this mean for our customers?
The change in color has no effect on the technical parameters of our thermal pastes. The proven properties such as thermal conductivity, viscosity and long-term stability remain unchanged. Customers can continue to rely on the usual high quality of our products.
The change will be made gradually. New products will be delivered in the new color gradually. This is to ensure that our customers have enough time to get used to the change and that it is seamlessly integrated into existing processes.
4. A step into the future
With the color change of our ThermigreaseThermal Compoundn we focus not only on visual consistency, but also on sustainability and legal compliance. This adaptation shows our commitment to deliver innovative solutions that meet both the needs of the industry and the expectations of our customers.
If you have any questions about color change or other aspects of our products, we are always happy to help. Our goal remains to meet your requirements to the highest degree while meeting the latest standards.