How to evaluate the waterproof and dustproof performance of film panels?

Thin film panels are commonly used in complex environments such as outdoor control systems, industrial equipment, and medical instruments, with high requirements for waterproof and dustproof performance. Evaluating its sealing performance mainly starts from three dimensions: materials, structural design, and standard testing.

At the material level, the outer layer material of the thin film panel needs to have good impermeability. Polyester film, due to its tight molecular structure, exhibits excellent resistance to water vapor penetration and is commonly used in situations requiring medium to high levels of protection.

In terms of structural design, the key area adopts raised embossing combined with conductive carbon particles or metal dot structures to avoid the risk of water leakage during operation. The surrounding frame is tightly adhered to the panel shell with high adhesive material, blocking the intrusion of external pollution sources such as dust, oil, and liquids.

IP rating is often used as a reference for protection performance in the industry. IP65 rating indicates that the panel can completely prevent dust from entering and can withstand low-pressure water spray from all directions; The IP67 rating indicates that it can still function normally under short-term immersion. Through standard tests such as salt spray testing, water spray testing, and dust testing, its weather resistance and protection level can be comprehensively evaluated.

The failure of joint sealing is a common cause of decreased protective capability during long-term use of equipment. Therefore, the panel needs to have good aging resistance, and the adhesive layer should not peel off due to temperature and humidity changes to ensure long-term and stable protective performance.

For control equipment that needs to cope with high humidity, oil pollution, outdoor exposure, and other environments, selecting film panels with high protection levels can not only improve the overall reliability of the equipment, but also reduce maintenance frequency and replacement costs.