{"id":13296,"date":"2020-12-05T21:34:23","date_gmt":"2020-12-05T20:34:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nerdiy.de\/?p=13296"},"modified":"2020-12-07T23:04:23","modified_gmt":"2020-12-07T22:04:23","slug":"howto-electronics-waterproof-electronics-with-epoxy-encapsulation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nerdiy.de\/en\/howto-electronics-waterproof-electronics-with-epoxy-encapsulation\/","title":{"rendered":"HowTo: Electronics \u2013 encapsulate electronics waterproof with epoxy"},"content":{"rendered":"

While building a string of lights, I was faced with the problem of how to make this string of lights waterproof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultimately, I installed the electronic components, which cannot be exposed to moisture, in a 3D printed transparent housing. In order for them to be finally waterproof, the electronic components had to be cast with casting compound.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This potting compound is transparent and does not conduct electricity. In addition, it is liquid at the beginning and then hardens later. Perfect for protecting electronic components from contact with water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, this doesn't just apply to fairy lights. Ultimately, other electronic components can also be protected from contact with moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have described how I did this in the following article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Safety instructions <\/span><\/h2>\r\n

I know the following notes are always kind of annoying and seem unnecessary. Unfortunately, many people who knew "better" have lost eyes, fingers or other things due to carelessness or injured themselves. Data loss is almost negligible in comparison, but even these can be really annoying. Therefore, please take five minutes to read the safety instructions. Because even the coolest project is not worth injury or other trouble.<\/span>
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Prepare the workplace<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since working with epoxy resin can quickly become very dirty or sticky, you should prepare your workplace accordingly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To do this, you should cover your work surface. It is easier to throw away the old newspaper later than to remove the (possibly even dried) epoxy resin from the work surface. \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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You should also ensure there is a sufficient supply of fresh air. If possible, work outside or at an open window.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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You can also support the ventilation of your workplace with a fan or fan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means that any fumes that may arise cannot be inhaled or are at least highly diluted.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Safety precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Safety precautions are at least as important as preparing the workplace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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