The Importance of Material Selection in Custom Hermetic Seals-When it comes to custom hermetic seals, the choice of materials is far from arbitrary. In fact, it's a critical decision that can determine the success and reliability of the seal in diverse applications. Whether it's for aerospace, medical devices,… READ MORE
Innovations in High Amperage Feedthrough Technology: Meeting Tomorrow’s Power Demands-As industries continue to evolve, so do the demands for power transmission and management. In this landscape, high amperage feedthroughs are undergoing remarkable transformations, driven by cutting-edge technologies that address the escalating power requirements of tomorrow. Advancements in high amperage… READ MORE
The Advantages of Glass-to-Metal Seals in High-Reliability Applications-In industries where precision, durability, and reliability are paramount, glass-to-metal seals have emerged as a critical component. These innovative seals offer a myriad of advantages, making them indispensable in applications ranging from aerospace and automotive to telecommunications. One of the… READ MORE
Hermetic packaging for implantable microsystems-With modern microtechnology, there is an aggressive miniaturization of smart devices, despite an increasing level of integration and overall complexity. It is therefore becoming increasingly important to be achieve reliable, compact packaging. For implantable medical devices (IMDs), the package must… READ MORE
Customizing Battery Lids for Extreme Downhole Conditions-Summary: Hermetic Seal Technology, Inc. (HST) collaborated with a European downhole oil and gas service company to design and manufacture custom lithium thionylchloride batteries equipped with robust, hermetic power feed-through battery lids. These batteries had to withstand extreme downhole conditions such as high temperatures and pressures, corrosion, and intense shock and vibration. Leveraging its proprietary… READ MORE
A Lifesaving Partnership in Implantable Medical Batteries-Summary: Hermetic Seal Technology, Inc. (HST) partnered with a medical battery manufacturer to design and produce high-reliability titanium glass-to-metal seals for implantable medical batteries. Facing a critical need for fail-proof, long-lasting battery seals, the customer leveraged HST's unique "clean seal" technology to eliminate oxide formation and post-production cleaning. By utilizing specialized furnaces and exact control… READ MORE