Thermoplastic Extrusion for the Electronics Industry
ESD protection, cleanroom purity and dimensional precision for high-tech manufacturing.
Critical Materials for the Electronics Value Chain
At CANDEA Plastics we produce extruded sheets and rolls designed to be the first line of defense in electronics manufacturing. From Semiconductor fabrication (Front-end) to PCBA and SMT assembly (Back-end), the industry requires materials that guarantee "Zero Defects".
Our technical thermoplastics enable thermoforming of trays, carriers and housings that ensure permanent electrostatic protection, dimensional stability for robotic lines and cleaning compatibility with controlled environments.
- Total ESD Control: Conductive and dissipative materials that prevent latent damage in sensitive components.
- Automation Ready: High-precision extrusion to ensure thermoformed trays don't fail in Pick & Place systems.
- Technical Cleaning: Low particle generation formulations for cleanrooms.
Technical Challenges: Reliability in Critical Environments
Permanent and Controlled ESD Protection
A surface coating that wears off is not enough. Protection must be intrinsic to the polymer to ensure long-term reliability in intensive production environments.
- Our Solution: Compounds with conductive fillers integrated into the polymer matrix (ABS, PS, PP) offering surface resistance ranges from conductive (10³ - 10⁵ Ω/sq) to dissipative (10⁶ - 10⁹ Ω/sq).
- Benefit: Stable and homogeneous conductivity even after deep draw thermoforming, ensuring compliance with standards such as ANSI/ESD S20.20.
Dimensional Precision for Automation
In SMT (Surface Mount Technology) lines and robotic assembly, a micron variation in a tray can stop production and generate costly quality rejections.
- Our Solution: Strict control of gauge and thickness distribution during extrusion, along with low post-molding shrinkage materials.
- Benefit: Trays and fixtures with exact tolerances that ensure repeatability in automatic handling systems and Pick & Place robots.
Purity and Cleanroom Compatibility
Particle contamination or outgassing can ruin wafers and sensitive optics, compromising final product quality and generating significant losses.
- Our Solution: High-purity materials, abrasion-resistant and compatible with ISO 5 to ISO 7 cleaning protocols. Chemical resistance to cleaning fluids and soldering fluxes.
- Benefit: Drastic reduction of cross-contamination and safety in semiconductor handling.
Technical Material Catalog for Electronics
We develop formulations that balance cost, performance and precision for each stage of the electronics value chain.
| Material Family | Key Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|
| Conductive HIPS (Polystyrene) | Cost-effective, excellent thermoformability, stiffness. | Carrier tape, single-use trays, shipping packaging. |
| Conductive ABS ESD | High impact resistance, superior dimensional stability. | Reusable transport trays (totes), equipment housings, test modules. |
| PP ESD (Polypropylene) | Chemical resistance to solvents, toughness, low weight. | Chemical washing processes, durable logistics trays. |
| High Purity Compounds | Low emission of volatiles and particles. | Wafer handling, precision optics, medical/electronics environments. |
| Premium Finishes | Superior aesthetics without sacrificing technical properties. | Consumer electronics housings, wearables, home automation. |
CANDEA Materials for this sector
ABS ESD Conductivo CA-447
CA-447
Compuesto de acrilonitrilo-butadieno-estireno (ABS) con protección ESD permanente en el rango disipativo. Combina alta resistencia al impacto con excelente estabilidad dimensional y un amplio rango de temperatura, lo que lo hace ideal para la fabricación electrónica y para entornos industriales exigentes, y permite fabricar en cualquier color.
View all materialsABS ESD Disipativo CA-586
CA-586
Compuesto ABS con protección ESD extendida que cubre rangos conductivo y disipativo. Su amplio espectro de resistividad de 10³ a 10⁸ Ω/sq ofrece blindaje electrostático versátil para ensamblaje, pruebas y packaging electrónico.
View all materialsMezcla PS-PE ESD CA-224
CA-224
Mezcla de poliestireno y polietileno con protección ESD conductiva. Una solución económica que combina buen equilibrio mecánico con disipación electrostática fiable, diseñada para packaging electrónico de alto volumen y manipulación automatizada de componentes.
View all materialsHIPS Anti-Scratch CA-327
CA-327
Material técnico multilaminar de origen estireno-olefínico desarrollado para conseguir una superficie de tacto blanco a una o dos caras, destinado a proteger piezas delicadas susceptibles de ser dañadas.
View all materialsHIPS ESD Conductivo CA-140
CA-140
Poliestireno de alto impacto (HIPS) con protección ESD conductiva. Una solución de referencia para packaging electrónico, que combina excelente termoformabilidad y resistividad consistente con la rigidez y resistencia al impacto necesarias para líneas de manipulación automatizada.
View all materialsHIPS ESD Conductivo CA-142
CA-142
Poliestireno de alto impacto (HIPS) con protección ESD conductiva y equilibrio mecánico mejorado. Ofrece módulo de flexión y estabilidad térmica superiores a los grados HIPS estándar, siendo la elección para bandejas de precisión y packaging de transporte reutilizable.
View all materialsPET ESD CA-1003
CA-1003
Material PET ESD para termoformado y electrónica, diseñado para proteger dispositivos frente a fenómenos de electricidad estática. Combina propiedades conductivas y disipativas, buenas prestaciones mecánicas y resistencia química, con contenido 100% reciclado, certificado según GRS 4.0, y disponible en transparente o en cualquier color.
View all materialsPET ESD Conductivo CA-1004
CA-1004
Tereftalato de polietileno (PET) con protección ESD conductiva y alto módulo de flexión. Ofrece estabilidad dimensional de precisión y resistencia mecánica para aplicaciones electrónicas exigentes donde tolerancias estrictas y resistencia térmica son esenciales.
View all materialsPS-PE COEX ESD CA-226
CA-226
Mezcla de poliestireno y polietileno con protección ESD conductiva. Una solución económica que combina buen equilibrio mecánico con disipación electrostática fiable, diseñada para packaging electrónico de alto volumen y manipulación automatizada de componentes pudiéndose suministrar en cualquier color.
View all materialsTPE-H-ABS ESD Soft-Touch CA-572
CA-572
Mezcla de elastómero termoplástico y ABS con protección ESD conductiva y superficie soft-touch distintiva. Combina una calidad táctil similar a la del caucho con la resistencia al impacto del ABS, uniendo confort ergonómico y seguridad electrostática.
View all materialsTPE-H/HIPS SOFT CA-391
CA-391
Material multilaminar con base de poliestireno de alto impacto (HIPS) y acabado soft-touch a una cara, diseñado para el termoformado de envases y embalaje de piezas delicadas. Pensado para proteger superficies susceptibles a daño, erosión o rayado.
View all materialsApplications in Manufacturing and Final Product
From in-line protection to final parts in the end product.
PCBA and SMT Manufacturing
The standard for safe movement of electronic boards in and out of the factory. Materials that guarantee permanent ESD protection and dimensional precision for high-speed automated systems, ensuring zero defects in production.
- JEDEC transport trays and component matrices.
- Separators and thermoformed dunnage for KLT boxes.
- Support fixtures for soldering and testing.
Semiconductors and High-Tech
Extreme protection for the most valuable components. Ultra-high purity materials that guarantee zero contamination in cleanroom environments and silicon wafer handling.
- Wafer and chip handling trays (Die trays).
- Cassette and reticle protectors.
- Transport packaging for cleanrooms.
Consumer and Industrial Electronics
Housings that protect internal electronics and offer impeccable visual finish. Solutions that combine technical functionality with premium aesthetics for consumer products and industrial applications.
- External housings for modems, routers and IoT devices.
- Industrial control panels and HMI.
- Internal structural parts for smart appliances.
Why choose CANDEA Plastics in Electronics?
Beyond plastic extrusion, we are your partner in innovation and material development.
ESD Experts: We don't just sell plastic; we understand the physics of electrostatics. We advise on the appropriate resistivity range (Conductive vs. Dissipative) for your specific application.
Batch Consistency: In electronics, variability is the enemy. We guarantee constant electrical and mechanical properties roll after roll, batch after batch.
Custom Development: Ability to formulate compounds that balance cost (HIPS) and performance (ABS/PP) or develop custom colors even in conductive materials.
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