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Tflex™ SF4

Silicone Free Thermal Gap Filler

Tflex SF4 is an innovative, high performing thermal material in Laird’s silicone free gap filler portfolio.   The silicone free technology provides products with excellent deflection properties, providing minimal pressure on components during deflection.   Very little pressure is required to reach the lowest possible thermal resistance.  Thickness ranges from 0.5mm (0.020″) to 4mm (0.160″) in 0.5mm (0.020″) increments available as standard.

Features and Benefits

The Tflex™ SF4 offer a combination of functional and performance-oriented characteristics that make them a reliable choice for demanding applications.

– Silicone Free formulation
– Low Peak and Residual Pressure
– Excellent surface wetting for low contact resistance
– Low Thermal Resistance
– UL V0 Flammability Rating
– Environmentally friendly solution that meets regulatory requirements including RoHS and REACH

Examples or main applications

The Tflex™ SF4 are well-suited for integration into a wide range of electronic and industrial systems. Their performance and versatility make them a dependable choice across multiple sectors, supporting both high-volume manufacturing and specialized applications where reliability and efficiency are critical.
– Automotive ADAS
– Graphic Cards
– Instrumentation
– Optical Module
– Routers
– Servers

Properties

The Tflex™ SF4 feature a balanced combination of physical, thermal, and electrical properties, making them suitable for a broad range of technical applications. Each characteristic is validated through industry-recognized test methods to ensure consistency, performance, and compliance with quality standards.

ColourGrey
Shelf Life2 years from Date of Shipment
Thickness Max4.00 mm (2.40")
Thickness Min0.50 mm (0.20")
Density3.10 g/cc
Hardness40 Shore 00
Thermal conductivity4.00 W/mK
Maximum Operating Temperature125°C
Minimum Operating Temperature-65°C
Thermal Resistance @10 psi Max (C-in²/W)1.22
Thermal Resistance @10 psi Min (C-in2/W)1.14
Thermal Resistance @30 psi Max (C-in2/W)1.18
Thermal Resistance @30 psi Min (C-in2/W)1.10
Thermal Resistance @Thermal Resistance @50 psi Max (C-in2/W)1.14
Thermal Resistance @50 psi Min (C-in2/W)1.07
UL Flamming RatingV-0
Volumic resistivity5 x 10^13 Ohm-cm
ROHS CompliantYes
Lead FreeYes
REACHYes

Product variants

The Tflex™ SF4 are available in a range of variants designed to meet specific application needs. These versions differ in format, construction, or additional features, providing flexibility in design and optimal compatibility with various systems and assembly processes.

ImageCodeDetail
A18841-16Tflex SF4,4.00 229mm x 229mm
A18841-15Tflex SF4,3.75 229mm x 229mm
A18841-14Tflex SF4,3.50 229mm x 229mm
A18841-13Tflex SF4,3.25 229mm x 229mm
A18841-12Tflex SF4,3.00 229mm x 229mm
A18841-11Tflex SF4,2.75 229mm x 229mm
A18841-10Tflex SF4,2.50 229mm x 229mm
A18841-09Tflex SF4,2.25 229mm x 229mm
A18841-08Tflex SF4,2.00 229mm x 229mm
A18841-07Tflex SF4,1.75 229mm x 229mm
A18841-06Tflex SF4,1.50 229mm x 229mm
A18841-05Tflex SF4,1.25 229mm x 229mm
A18841-04Tflex SF4,1.00 229mm x 229mm
A18841-03Tflex SF4,0.75 229mm x 229mm
A18841-02Tflex SF4,0.50 229mm x 229mm
A18840-16Tflex SF4,4.00 457mm x 457mm
A18840-15Tflex SF4,3.75 457mm x 457mm
A18840-14Tflex SF4,3.50 457mm x 457mm
A18840-13Tflex SF4,3.25 457mm x 457mm
A18840-12Tflex SF4,3.00 457mm x 457mm
A18840-11Tflex SF4,2.75 457mm x 457mm
A18840-10Tflex SF4,2.50 457mm x 457mm
A18840-09Tflex SF4,2.25 457mm x 457mm
A18840-08Tflex SF4,2.00 457mm x 457mm
A18840-07Tflex SF4,1.75 457mm x 457mm
A18840-06Tflex SF4,1.50 457mm x 457mm
A18840-05Tflex SF4,1.25 457mm x 457mm
A18840-04Tflex SF4,1.00 457mm x 457mm
A18840-03Tflex SF4,0.75 457mm x 457mm
A18840-02Tflex SF4,0.50 457mm x 457mm

Capabilities & customisation

Automated Pad PlacementAutomated PackagingCustom AutomationCustom Product DevelopmentModelingPrototypingServiceTesting

Industries

Aerospace/DefenseAutomotiveConsumer electronics: Tablet, Smart phone, gaming deviceDatacomIndustrial ElectronicsTelecom

General Catalogue

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