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Thermally Conductive Plastics (TCPs) Containing Boron Nitride

Boron nitride is an excellent heat conductor and electrical insulator with overall cost reduction while improving physical properties at lower loading.

Boron Nitride for Thermal Management

Why Should You Consider BN

BN for thermoset applications

BN for thermoset applications

Boron nitride (BN) is an excellent additive for thermoset applications as well as for thermoplastics applications.

You can consider BN for use in a wide range of resins and applications:

BN for use in a wide range of resins and applications

Boron nitride powders can be used in all forms to enable thermal conductivity while maintaining electrical insulation and b mechanical properties, making BN well suited for use in thermal management applications.

Its hexagonal crystal structure, which is similar to carbon, is also soft and lubricious. Its properties can make it the best overall choice for thermal management. Boron nitride structure

Key features and typical benefits:
  • Thermal conductor
  • Electrical insulator
  • Low dielectric constant/loss
  • High temperature stability
  • Lubricious
  • Inert and chemically stable
  • Non-Wetting

In addition to these benefits, boron nitride also has b properties as shown below:

Boron nitride properties compared to competitive materials
Table 1: Boron nitride properties compared to competitive materials


Momentive Performance Materials produces various standard and custom grades of BN powders to meet a wide range of application requirements. Momentive has over 50 years of expertise in the synthesis and refinement of BN powders.

Boron nitride grades for use in thermoset applications
Table 2: Boron nitride grades for use in thermoset applications

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