Glossary

Conformal coating

What conformal coating is for electronics, when products need it, and how to specify it in assembly quotes.

What it is

Conformal coating is a thin protective layer applied over assembled PCBs to resist moisture, dust, and contamination — common in outdoor, automotive, and bathroom-adjacent products.

Spec tip

Specify the coating type, coverage areas, and keep-out zones (connectors, test points). It is a distinct process step with its own cost and cure time — name it in the RFQ if you need it.

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