Radiation curable coatings are polymer coatings that have been treated with either ultraviolet or electron beam radiation and are utilized on a range of materials including wood, glass, plastic, metal, and paper. Coatings, inks, adhesives, and electronics all employ radiation-curable compositions. Smearing a low-viscosity mixture of reactive materials and additives over a substrate is part of the radiation-cured coating process. This combination is then subjected to short bursts of UV light or an electron beam. When exposed to radiation, the mixture quickly transforms into a cross-linked high-quality coating. Energy for radiation curing is obtained from certain short-wave radiation sources.
Low energy costs, quick curing, and enhanced surface characteristics such as increased corrosion protection for metals are just a few of the benefits of radiation-curable coatings. Ovens, microwaves, refrigerators, dishwashers, cans, and other household items employ radiation-curable coating. Low volatile organic compound (VOC), low energy consumption, quick curing & drying, uniform coating quality, improved hardness, and abrasion resistance are some of the factors driving the growth of the radiation-curable coating market.
In contrast to thermal, evaporative, or oxidative (air-dry) cure, visible light, UV energy, and low energy electrons (EB) are utilized to produce a film, ink, or coating in radiation-curable coatings. Because of features including excellent performance, protection, anti-corrosion, and quick curing, radiation-curable coatings are widely utilized in semiconductors, cellular phones, and internet connectivity hardware in the electronics sector. They're also utilized in non-magnet wire, magnet wire, and cable insulation.