Silane is not a wetting agent, silane is not a coating!
Silane is a coupling agent used to promote adhesion. |
Silane acts on the surface of minerals (such as glass or ceramic) and also on the surface of organic polymers (such as epoxy, polyester or methacrylate resins) causing a chemical reaction. This reaction is a condensation reaction in the case of mineral groups or, in the case of polymers, it is an addition reaction and/or copolymerization by reaction with terminal groups and grafting with free-radical sites.
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Silanation improves adhesion. |
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Silanation improves hydrolysis resistance. |
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Silanation increases toughness. |
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The organo-silane used must be chosen to react with the proper polymer of the post. |
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Silane solutions have a limited lifetime. |
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The silanation procedure is precise and must be respected: factory silanation with accurate industrial control is the answer. |
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How long is silanation active? |
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Silanation is a permanent chemical reaction always active when done. |
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If a post is taken with bare fingers, does it remove the silanation? |
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No, but the fingers make a greasy deposit (finger prints). Wipe the post with a tissue and alcohol to clean it. |
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Does sterilisation destroy silanation? |
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No, silanation effects remain even after posts have been sterilized. |
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