Abstract: The present invention relates to an epoxy compound, represented by a general formula (I), which is solid at ordinary temperature, has extremely low melt viscosity and has excellent curing property and which can provide a cured product which is excellent in mechanical strength, heat resistance, and moisture resistance. It also relates to a preparation method of the epoxy compound, an epoxy resin composition, and a cured product thereof. The epoxy compound is represented by the following general formula (I): (wherein R1-R10 each represent hydrogen atom or alkyl group having 1-6 carbon atoms, and n represents an integer of 0 or more).

Abstract: An epoxy compound, represented by a general formula (I) is obtained by reacting an anthrahydroquinone compound having a following general formula (II) with epihalohydrin. (wherein R1-R10 each represent hydrogen atom or alkyl group having 1-6 carbon atoms, and n represents an integer of 0 or more, and wherein A1, A2 each represent hydrogen atom or alkali metal atom, R1-R10 each represent hydrogen atom or alkyl group having 1-6 carbon atoms.

Abstract: An encapsulant for use with opto-electronic devices and optical components incorporates a filler made from a glass that has been processed into particle form and heated to a predetermined temperature for a predetermined time, along with an epoxy having an index of refraction matched to that of the glass and heated to a predetermined temperature for a predetermined time, to prevent settling of the filler particles after mixing the filler particles with the epoxy, and thereby obtaining uniform dispersion of the particles within the epoxy. The encapsulant provides for high light transmittance, and its coefficient of thermal expansion can be varied by varying the amount of filler without substantially altering the optical properties of the encapsulant. The coefficient of thermal expansion variation within the encapsulant preferably is less than 30%, due to uniform dispersion of the filler particles within the epoxy.

Abstract: An underfill composition with enhanced adhesion and improved resistance to cracking comprising an epoxy resin in combination with a difunctional siloxane anhydride epoxy hardener and optional reagents. In some embodiments, the epoxy resin includes a functionalized colloidal silica filler having a particle size ranging from about 1 nm to about 500 nm. The difunctional siloxane anhydride epoxy hardener can optionally be combined with liquid anhydride epoxy hardeners. Cure catalysts, hydroxyl-containing monomers, adhesion promoters, flame retardants and defoaming agents may also be added to the composition. Further embodiments of the present disclosure include packaged solid state devices comprising the underfill compositions.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide an epoxy resin composition for semiconductor encapsulation which exhibit high flame resistance, and high soldering resistance after humidified, and has an advantage of low material and production costs. A resin composition for semiconductor encapsulation contains an epoxy resin (A); a phenolic compound (B) containing two or more phenolic hydroxyl groups; an inorganic filler (C); and a curing accelerator (D). The epoxy resin (A) contains an epoxy resin (a1) represented by the formula (1), and the resin composition has a moisture absorption rate of 0.22 weight % or less when the composition is humidified at 85° C. and 85% R.H.

Abstract: The present invention provides a bifunctional phenylene ether oligomer compound having a thermosetting functional group at each terminal, an epoxy resin containing the above oligomer compound and a use thereof. That is, it provides a sealing epoxy resin composition for sealing an electric part, an epoxy resin composition for laminates, a laminate, a printed wiring board, a curable resin composition and a photosensitive resin composition. The resins and resin compositions of the present invention are used in electronics fields in which a low dielectric constant, a low dielectric loss tangent and high toughness are required and also used for various uses such as coating, bonding and molding.

Abstract: A method for producing an epoxy resin composition for semiconductor encapsulation, which does not cause void generation and the like and is excellent in reliability. A method for producing an epoxy resin composition for semiconductor encapsulation, which contains the following components (A) to (C): (A) an epoxy resin, (B) a phenol resin, and (C) a hardening accelerator, which comprises mixing the whole or a part of the components excluding the component (A) among the components containing the components (A) to (C) in advance under a reduced pressure of from 1.333 to 66.65 kPa and under a heating condition of from 100 to 230° C., and then mixing the component (A) and remaining components with the resulting mixture.

Abstract: An epoxy resin composition for semiconductor encapsulation capable of giving semiconductor devices of high reliability that do not cause short circuits even in pitch reduction in the interconnection electrode distance or the conductor wire distance therein as well as a semiconductor device using the same. The epoxy resin composition for semiconductor encapsulation, which comprises the following components (A) to (C): (A) an epoxy resin, (B) a phenolic resin, and (C) an inorganic filler for preventing semiconductors from short-circuiting in a step of semiconductor encapsulation.

Abstract: A resin composition excellent in heat resistance after moisture absorption, lead-free solder reflow properties, dimensional stability and electrical characteristics for high-multilayer and high-frequency-capable printed wiring boards, which composition comprises a bisphenol A type epoxy resin (a) having at least two epoxy groups per molecule and a secondary hydroxyl group amount of 0.4 meq/g or less, a novolak type epoxy resin (b) at least two epoxy groups per molecule, a cyanate ester resin (c) having at least two cyanate groups per molecule and spherical silica having an average particle diameter of 4 ?m or less, wherein the equivalent ratio of cyanate groups/epoxy groups in the resin composition is in the range of 0.7 to 1.45, and a prepreg and a metal-foil-clad laminate each of which comprises the resin composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermosetting resin composition for a high speed transmission circuit board, more particularly to a thermosetting resin composition having superior dielectric characteristics with low dielectric constant and dissipation factor and having superior glass transition temperature, heat resistance after moisture absorption, dielectric reliability, adhesion to copper film, workability, dispersibility of inorganic filler, electric characteristics, etc., and thus being useful for a copper clad laminate for high speed signal transfer.

Abstract: A no flow fluxing underfill having a hardener component comprising a phenolic component and an anhydride component in a molar ratio of phenolic component to anhydride component of between about 0.1:1 and about 2:1; or between about 0.8:1 and about 1.2:1. An underfill preparation method involving blending an epoxy component and a phenolic component, heating the blend, and cooling the blend, prior to incorporation of an anhydride component.

Abstract: A liquid epoxy resin composition comprising (A) a liquid epoxy resin, (B) an aromatic amine curing agent comprising 5–100% by weight of a specific aromatic amine compound having a purity of at least 99%, (C) an inorganic filler, and (D) an ester organic solvent having a boiling point of 130–250° C. is useful for semiconductor encapsulation. The composition has an infiltration ability, adhesion to silicon chips, resistance to deterioration under hot humid conditions, and resistance to thermal shocks.

Abstract: A molding composition or encapsulant for an electronic component and its method of preparation provides reduced moisture uptake without undue swelling and comprises melt-blending an epoxy resin, hardener and clay, cooling, adding a catalyst to form an epoxy-clay nano-composite, and combining it with a bulk amount of a filler.

Abstract: Anti-fouling compositions are disclosed. The compositions comprise a film-forming resin and an effective amount of silica coated copper. Methods for using the compositions are also disclosed, as are substrates coated with the compositions. The coatings find particular application on substrates that are submerged for extended periods of time in salt water. Methods for promoting oyster cultivation are also disclosed.

Abstract: An epoxy resin composition which can be used as a semiconductor encapsulating resin and in which the improvement of flame retardancy can be attained by suitably adapting a crosslinked structure itself of a cured article without using any flame retardant material and without particularly highly filling an inorganic filler. The epoxy resin composition includes an epoxy resin (A), a phenolic resin (B), an inorganic filler (C) and a curing accelerator (D), wherein a flexural modulus E (kgf/mm2) at 240±20% C of a cured article obtained by curing the composition is a value satisfying 0.015 W+4.1?E?0.27 W+21.8 in the case of 30?W<60, or a value satisfying 0.30 W?13?E?3.7 W?184 in the case of 60?W?95 wherein W (wt %) is a content of the inorganic filler (C) in the cured article. The cured article of this composition forms a foamed layer during thermal decomposition or at ignition to exert flame retardancy.

Abstract: A semiconductor encapsulating epoxy resin composition is provided comprising (A) an epoxy resin, (B) a phenolic resin curing agent, (C) a molybdenum compound, (D-i) an organopolysiloxane, (D-ii) an organopolysiloxane cured product, or (D-iii) a block copolymer obtained by reacting an epoxy resin or alkenyl group-bearing epoxy resin with an organohydrogenpolysiloxane, and (E) an inorganic filler. The composition has improved moldability and solder crack resistance while exhibiting high flame retardance despite the absence of halogenated epoxy resins and antimony oxide.

Abstract: A liquid epoxy resin composition comprising a liquid epoxy resin, an aromatic amine curing agent having a phenolic hydroxyl group in a skeleton, an inorganic filler, and a cure accelerator is useful for semiconductor encapsulation. The composition is adherent to the surface of silicon chips, does not deteriorate under hot humid conditions, and is fully resistant to thermal shocks.

Abstract: A resin film comprising (A) an epoxy resin having two or more glycidyl groups in a molecule, (B) an epoxy resin curing agent, (C) a thermoplastic resin, and (D) a filler, wherein the filler content in at least either one of the surface regions on the cross-section of the film is less than the filler concentration in the central region. The resin film has not only toughness but also fire retardancy, high interlayer adhesion strength and good processability of metal plating.

Abstract: A curable underfill encapsulant composition that is applied directly onto semiconductor wafers before the wafers are diced into individual chips. The composition comprises a thermally curable epoxy resin, a solvent, an imidazole-anhydride curing agent, fluxing agents, and optionally, wetting agents. Various other additives, such as defoaming agents, adhesion promoters, flow additives and rheology modifiers may also be added as desired. The underfill encapsulant is B-stageable to provide a coating on the wafer that is smooth, non-tacky and will allow the wafer to be cleanly diced into individual chips. A method for producing an electronic package containing the B-stageable material may also utilize an unfilled liquid curable fluxing material on the substrate to which the chip is to be attached.

Abstract: A conductive resin composition primarily comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a thermosetting or thermoplastic resin, (B) 5–2,000 parts by weight of a conductive filler, and (C) 0.1–300 parts by weight of organic resin or rubber particulates has a low volume resistivity and stability thereof, and is effectively adherent. When applied to semiconductor packages, the composition can prevent the semiconductor chips from warpage or cracking due to thermal stresses in the semiconductor packages, ensuring the fabrication of semiconductor devices with high reliability.

Abstract: An epoxy composition includes an epoxy resin, a latent curing agent, and a catalyst. The composition includes two epoxide groups per molecule, and the latent curing agent is preferably a dicyanopolyamide, and most preferably dicyandiamide. The catalyst includes 2,4-toluene bis dimethyl urea, preferably in a concentration exceeding 70% by weight. The composition can be used in prepregs. The relative concentrations of the epoxy resin, curing agent, and catalyst are selected to achieve desired properties, including specific curing times and temperatures, and glass transition temperatures that enable a cured resin composition to be removed from a mold after being heated to its curing temperature, without being cooled. Exemplary formulations have reduced cure times, at both high and low curing temperatures, as compared to prior art formulations.

Abstract: A phenolic resin obtainable by reacting a dihydroxy compound of the following formula (1) with a phenolic compound, wherein the dihydroxy compound is partially dehydrated.

Abstract: This invention provides a latent catalyst having a structure of phosphonium borate consisting of a monovalent cation portion in which four specific groups are bonded to the phosphorus atom and a monovalent anion portion in which four specific groups are bonded to the boron atom, and a latent catalyst having a structure wherein the above phosphonium borate is the recurring unit and at least two of said recurring unit are connected through at least one of the four specific groups bonded to the boron atom. This invention also provides a thermo-setting resin composition comprising such a latent catalyst and an epoxy resin molding material comprising such a latent catalyst and further provides a semiconductor device in which a semiconductor is encapsulated with said epoxy resin molding material.

Abstract: The present invention discloses reworkable epoxy compositions suitable for encapsulation of and underfill for electronic components comprising (a) a curable epoxy component which is the reaction product of an epoxidized 1-alkenyl ether or 1-cycloalkenyl ether and a polycarboxylic acid, the reaction product being substantially free of unreacted acid or acid impurities; and (b) a curing agent for the epoxy component, wherein the reaction products of the epoxy composition are reworkable. The cured epoxy compositions of this invention contain thermally labile weak ?-alkoxy ester linkages which provide for the reworkable aspect of the invention.

Abstract: A cured epoxy coating comprising from about 30% to about 40% of at least one epoxy resin selected from the group consisting of diglycidyl ethers of bisphenol A, from about 55% to about 60% of a particulate flame retardant, from about 1% to about 4% of at least one multifunctional hindered phenol; and no more than about 5% of at least one adhesion promoter. The cured coating provides insulation for electrical current carriers and has an average surface roughness from about 10 ?m to about 13 ?m as measured using a Pethometer M4P 150 surface profile measuring instrument.

Abstract: Reworkable thermoset acid-cleavable acetal and ketal based epoxy oligomers can be B-staged into a tack free state. Compositions containing the epoxy oligomers are employed in a reworkable assembly such as a wafer-level underfilled microelectronic package.

Abstract: A liquid thermosetting resin composition comprises (A) an epoxy resin, (B) a curing catalyst, and (C) a filler and is characterized by exhibiting a viscosity at 25° C. of not more than 1,500 dPa.s, a gel time of not less than 300 seconds at a temperature at which the composition exhibits a melt viscosity of not more than 10 dPa.s, and a gel time at 130° C. of not more than 600 seconds. In the production of a printed wiring board by superposing an interlaminar resin insulating layer and a conductive circuit on the surface of the wiring board having a conductive circuit pattern including hole parts, a hole filling process is performed by filling the hole parts mentioned above with the composition mentioned above, effecting precure of the composition by heating, then polishing and removing parts of the precured composition protruding from a surface defining the hole parts, and further heating the precured composition till final curing.

Abstract: This invention provides a latent catalyst having a structure of phosphonium borate consisting of a monovalent cation portion in which four specific groups are bonded to the phosphorus atom and a monovalent anion portion in which four specific groups are bonded to the boron atom, and a latent catalyst having a structure wherein the above phosphonium borate is the recurring unit and at least two of said recurring unit are connected through at least one of the four specific groups bonded to the boron atom. This invention also provides a thermosetting resin composition comprising such a latent catalyst and an epoxy resin molding material comprising such a latent catalyst and further provides a semiconductor device in which a semiconductor is encapsulated with said epoxy resin molding material.

Abstract: This invention relates to curable epoxy-based compositions for use in the field of microelectronics, such as those having an epoxy compound which has two or more epoxy groups per molecule, optionally a polythiol compound which has two or more thiol groups per molecule, a latent hardener, and at least one solid organic acid which is substantially insoluble in a mixture of the foregoing components at room temperature. The solid organic acid may be selected from the group consisting of: aliphatic, cycloaliphatic and aromatic carboxylic acids and derivatives thereof, aliphatic, cycloaliphatic, and aromatic quinones and derivatives thereof, phenols and derivatives thereof and enolisable aliphatic, cycloaliphatic and aromatic compounds and derivatives thereof. The solid organic acid should have a pKa of less than or equal to about 12.0, desirably less than or equal to about 10, and often less than or equal to about 9.0, such as less than or equal to about 7.5.

Abstract: A tire comprising a tread, where said tread includes a vulcanized rubber, where said vulcanized rubber includes from about 0.5 to about 40 weight percent epoxidized rubber; from about 1 to about 35 parts by weight of a functionalized polyolefin per 100 parts by weight of said vulcanized rubber; and from about 1 to about 100 parts by weight silica per 100 parts by weight of said vulcanized rubber.

Abstract: Disclosed are an adhesive composition for a metal foil which comprises a material wherein a tracking resistance test is carried out according to the IEC method by making a thickness of an adhesive layer 30 to 40 ?m, using a copper foil pattern with a width of 4 mm and making a distance between electrodes 0.4 mm, then the adhesive layer dissolves out for the first time when 5 drops or more of an electrolyte are dropped thereon, an adhesive-coated metal foil, a metal-clad laminate, a wiring board, a multi-layer board and a multi-layer wiring board using the same.

Abstract: An epoxy resin composition for encapsulation of semiconductors which contains substantially no halogen-based flame retarding agents or antimony compounds having properties of moldability, flame retardance, high-temperature storage characteristics, reliability for moisture resistance, and solder cracking resistance. The epoxy resin composition for encapsulating semiconductors contains (A) an epoxy resin, (B) a phenolic resin, (C) a curing accelerator, (D) an inorganic filler and (E) a phosphazene compound as essential components, the total weight of phosphate ion and phosphite ion contained in the phosphazene compound being not more than 500 ppm. Further, the epoxy resin composition may optionally contain a flame-retarding assistant or an ion scavenger.

Abstract: A method for making a one-component epoxy resin system comprises reacting (A) an epoxy resin and (B) an amine solidifying system present in insufficient quantities to cause gelation in the presence of a latent hardener (C) and an expanding agent (E), each of which remains unreacted under the reaction conditions for (A) and (B), to yield a product with a Kofler Heat Bank melting point of less than 55° C. and a melting point stability of at least six months at normal workshop temperatures.

Abstract: A latent catalyst particularly useful in epoxy molding compositions for use in electronic packaging materials is provided. The latent catalyst is in the form of a curative represented by a combination of an inorganic-based carrier having an activated surface and a catalyst compound including a moiety capable of accelerating curing of the epoxy resin, such as the reaction product of silica and 1,8-diazobicyclo(5.4.0)undecene-7 (DBU). The activated surface of the inorganic-based carrier includes reactive surface groups capable of bonding to the moiety through a hydrogen bond, and also includes a high surface area porous surface, such that the catalyst compound is sorbed on the activated surface. The invention further provides epoxy compositions including the curative with an epoxy resin and a curing agent for the epoxy resin, which compositions are particularly useful as molding powders for semiconductors with prolonged shelf life stability.

Abstract: The present invention provides a chemical resistant epoxy composition comprising epoxy resin of 100 parts by weight and precipitated silica of 5-65 parts. We have discovered that the addition of precipitated silica surprisingly improves the chemical resistance property of the epoxy composition substantially. The chemical resistant epoxy composition is highly resistant to chemical attack and can be advantageously used for short or long term direct, total, continuous, or intermittent immersion applications, such as interior and exterior protective coatings, adhesives, encapsulants, or resin-fiber composites.

Abstract: A damping resin composition is provided which includes bifunctional diacrylate or bifunctional dimethacrylate (A) expressed by the formula (1) below, and an unsaturated polyester resin (B+C) containing an unsaturated polyester (B) and a cross-linking monomer (C), and/or an epoxy acrylate resin (B′+C) containing an epoxy acrylate (B′) and a cross-linking monomer (C), wherein the bifunctional diacrylate or bifunctional dimethacrylate (A) is contained in an amount of 15 to 85% by weight, and the unsaturated polyester resin (B+C) or the epoxy acrylate resin (B′+C) or a mixture (B″+C) thereof that contains the unsaturated polyester resin (B+C) in an amount of 5 to 95% by weight and the epoxy acrylate resin (B′+C) in an amount of 95 to 5% by weight is contained in an amount of 85 to 15% by weight, the bifunctional diacrylate or bifunctional dimethacrylate (A) being expressed by: CH2=CR2CO−(R1O)n−OCOCR2=CH2  (1) wh

Abstract: The present invention has an object to provide a flame-retardant epoxy resin composition excellent in heat resistance and moisture resistance. A flame-retardant epoxy resin composition relating to the present invention contains an epoxy resin (A), a phosphazene compound (B), an epoxy hardener (C) and an inorganic filler (D), wherein the phosphazene compound (B) and the epoxy hardener (C) are included in the range of 0.

Abstract: A flip-chip type semiconductor device sealed with a light transmissive epoxy resin composition comprising (A) an epoxy resin having the following general formula (i):  wherein n is 0 or a positive number, (B) a curing accelerator, and (C) an amorphous silica-titania co-melt as at least one of inorganic fillers, said composition satisfying the relationship of the following formula (1): [ { 2 ⁢ ( n A 2 + n C 2

Abstract: Liquid coating compositions having improved mar and scratch resistance are disclosed. The coatings generally comprise one or more particles that have been modified to render the particles more surface active. The improved resistance is achieved without affecting the appearance or mechanical performance of the coatings. Methods for using the coatings, and the substrates coated therewith, are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an epoxy resin composition a cure article thereof, a novel epoxy resin used therein, a polyhydric phenol compound suited for used as an intermediate thereof, and a process for preparing the same. One of the objects to be achieved by the present invention is to exert the heat resistance, the moisture resistance, the dielectric performances and the flame-resistant effect required of electric or electronic materials such as semiconductor encapsulating materials and varnishes for circuit boards in the epoxy resin composition.

Abstract: A high strength adhesive having a good impact strength at low temperatures, below 0° C., and at temperatures of 90° C. is provided. The adhesive comprises a copolymer having at least one glass transition temperature of −30° C. or lower having epoxy reactive end groups or a reaction product of the copolymer with a polyepoxide, a reaction product of a polyurethane prepolymer and a polyphenol or polyaminophenol and at least one epoxy resin.

Abstract: A transparent composite composition is provided which comprises an epoxy resin (a) and a glass filler (b) and in which the epoxy resin (a) comprises at least one epoxy resin whose refractive index after curing is lower than the refractive index of the glass filler (b) and at least one epoxy resin whose refractive index after curing is higher than the refractive index of the glass filler (b).

Abstract: An epoxy resin molding material which comprises as essential components thereof (A) a compound having at least two epoxy groups in one molecule, (B) a compound having at least two phenolic hydroxyl groups in one molecule, (C) a molecular compound represented by any one of general formulae (1) and (2) and (D) an inorganic filler. The material exhibits an increased curing rate and an excellent storage stability. (P represents phosphorus atom, R1, R2, R3 and R4 each represent a substituted or unsubstituted aromatic group or an alkyl group, A1 and A2 each represent a divalent aromatic group, B1 represents a single bond, a divalent group selected from ether groups, sulfone groups, sulfide groups and carbonyl groups or a divaient organic group having 1 to 13 carbon atoms and 0≦m≦0.75.

Abstract: A self-crosslinking powder coating material, comprising (A) up to 50% by weight, based on the powder coating material, of a mixture of (A1) at least one epoxy resin with an epoxy equivalent weight (EEW) <800 g, (A2) at least one epoxy resin with an epoxy equivalent weight (EEW) of from 800 to 1500 g, and (A3) at least one epoxy resin with an epoxy equivalent weight (EEW) >1500 g, and (B) at least 50% by weight, based on the powder coating material, of at least one filler; and its use to coat shaped parts, especially engine blocks, which after coating are shaped by machining.

Abstract: The present invention provides a process for producing an epoxy resin composition for semiconductor encapsulation which, when used in encapsulation of a semiconductor chip, can minimize voids appearing in the semiconductor device obtained.

Abstract: The present invention provides a polymeric material and a process for making the polymeric material. The polymeric material has adhesive and noise abatement properties over a broad temperature range. Further, the material is chip and corrosion resistant and provides metal panel reinforcement.

Abstract: A liquid epoxy resin composition includes (A) a liquid epoxy resin, (B) a curing agent, (C) a curing accelerator, (D) an inorganic filler, and (E) a silicone-modified resin resulting from addition reaction of an alkenyl-containing epoxy or phenolic resin with an organopolysiloxane, the liquid epoxy resin composition curing into a product having a Tg of 30-120° C. and a specific dynamic viscoelasticity behavior. The composition is adherent to silicon chips, the cured product is highly resistant to heat and thermal shocks, and the composition is useful as sealant for flip chip type semiconductor devices.

Abstract: Epoxy resin polyglycoside-based cured polymers and process for the preparation are described. A particular epoxy resin precursor is the diglycidyl ether of bisphenol A. A particular glucose based polymer is a glucose malic acid ester-vinyl copolymer. The polymers have a degree of biodegradability because of the polyglycoside as well as elevated temperature stability and are useful in transportation vehicle settings. Natural source fillers, such as cellulose fibers, which are treated or untreated, exfoliated clays or exfoliated graphite can be used.

Abstract: A liquid epoxy resin composition comprising a liquid epoxy resin, an aromatic amine curing agent having a phenolic hydroxyl group in a skeleton, an inorganic filler, and a cure accelerator is useful for semiconductor encapsulation. The composition is adherent to the surface of silicon chips, does not deteriorate under hot humid conditions, and is fully resistant to thermal shocks.

Abstract: This invention relates to erosion resistant foundry binder systems, which will cure in the presence of sulfur dioxide and a free radical initiator, comprising (a) an epoxy resin; (b) a multifunctonal acrylate; (c) a phenolic resin that is soluble in (a) and (b); and (d) an effective amount of a free radical initiator. The foundry binder systems are used for making foundry mixes. The foundry mixes are used to make foundry shapes (such as cores and molds) which are used to make metal castings.