Ion-Mask Coating Could Make Waterproofing Electronics Easy 99
Engadget is reporting that a new chemical coating, originally designed to repel toxic vapors and liquids from soldiers' uniforms, may be the solution to small waterproof electronics. "The Ion-Mask is a special invisible coating that is chemically bonded to the device and repels water. It should allow waterproofing to make it into devices that are too small for the seals that are usually used to do the trick. Devices can have joins and gaps coated for a general level of water repellence, or have individual components treated for even more protection."
quite useful (Score:5, Interesting)
Other applications... (Score:5, Interesting)
- Ever ruin a laptop by spilling soda on it? It might still be sticky, but you wouldn't fry the motherboard.
- Ever tried waterproofing an outdoor AP or camera? You have to be very aggressive -- this could make things easier.
It would be great if this stuff came to market like a Rustoleum-type spray.
Surfactant resistant? (Score:4, Interesting)
Of course, I could be wrong and would enjoy an informative post that proves that this coating can survive suds.
Re:Other applications... (Score:4, Interesting)
Re:quite useful (Score:2, Interesting)
I just want to know....... (Score:3, Interesting)