Cool Reads by TCLAD
Welcome to TCLAD’s digital library. Please check back here often for the latest on our advanced thermal management materials and technologies.

Hot Spots & Cool Tricks: Taming Heat in High-Power PCBs
June 2025
At TCLAD, we are constantly pushing the limits of PCB thermal performance. Our latest innovation is a new PCB substrate built with SFL-12, our proprietary high-performance dielectric. Learn more about how we are testing this compelling alternative to standard FR4, offering outstanding thermal conductivity, electrical isolation and mechanical strength.
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Dielectric Materials for IMS® Applications Provide Durable Thermal Management Solutions for High-Power Electronics
June 2025
TCLAD dielectric materials offer many advantages in power conversion applications. Their excellent insulation properties allow them to withstand high voltages and electric fields without breaking down. In addition, they are resistant to moisture, contaminants and temperature fluctuations.
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Insulated Metal Substrate (IMS®) with Embedded Thermal Pyrolytic Graphite (TPG) for Wide-Bandgap Semiconductor Power Modules
February 2024
Next-generation power electronics demand innovative technologies. While wide-bandgap semiconductors are capable of superior performance under extreme conditions, this ability is useless without advancements in the substrates upon which these devices are mounted.
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TCLAD Application Spotlight: Advanced Heat Dissipation Solutions for EV Applications
August 2021
TCLAD’s Insulated Metal Substrates (IMS®) are key components in powertrain inverters and DC-DC power conversion systems. We work closely with our customers during the design phase to tailor thermal management solutions for their specific high power-density applications — helping them meet the strict safety, durability, and efficiency requirements of today’s demanding EV platforms.
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TCLAD Application Spotlight: Solutions for Industrial Motion Control
July 2021
TCLAD’s Thermal Clad Insulated Metal Substrates (IMS®) support industrial motion control systems. Design engineers are taking advantage of TCLAD’s high-reliability solution for use in critical industrial applications. We work closely with our customers to set new levels of motion-control performance, connectivity, and flexibility.
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