New Conformal Coating Has Antimicrobial Properties
The new coating produced a log 5 reduction on 14 common microorganisms.
The conformal coating Parylene has long been known for its excellent dielectric strength, high thermal stability (up to 450 C), dry-film lubricity and outstanding chemical resistance. Those properties have made the material a staple for coating printed circuit boards and electronic devices exposed to environmental extremes.
Because Parylene is also biocompatible and biostable, medical device manufacturers use it as a protective coating on defibrillators, pacemakers and other devices that are permanently implanted in the body.