DOTHERM - High-performance insulation materials for industrial applications

Available from Megatron AG - your specialist for technical materials

DOTHERM is a leading manufacturer of high-performance materials for electrical and thermal insulation. The products are based on high-performance plastics, fiber composites and modern insulating materials and meet the highest technical requirements in industry, energy, electronics and mobility.

Megatron AG distributes DOTHERM products in Switzerland. As a long-standing partner, Megatron not only offers access to the complete material portfolio, but also comprehensive advice, technical support and needs-based logistics solutions.

How do I find the right DOTHERM material for my project?

When starting a new technical project with high thermal or electrical requirements, the choice of the right insulation material plays a central role.
DOTHERM materials offer a wide range of properties - from excellent heat resistance to outstanding electrical insulation and mechanical stability.
To select the right material, you should first understand the application in detail.

Below are the most important questions you should ask yourself - just as an engineer or developer would before starting a project with DOTHERM.

1. what function does my component fulfill?

First, I think about what task the part has in my application:

• Does it serve as thermal insulation, electrical support, mechanical support element or heat protection?

• Should it separate two metallic components, protect a zone or minimize heat loss?

The answer to this question shows whether I need a thermally, electrically or mechanically oriented DOTHERM material.

2. in which environment is the part used?

Then I define the real operating conditions:

• What is the continuous operating temperature - and what peak temperatures can occur?

• Is there contact with moisture, oils, steam or chemicals?

• Is the component used inside a machine or in an open environment?

DOTHERM materials cover a wide temperature range - from around 200 °C to over 1200 °C.
If the part has to withstand constant heat or temperature changes, types such as DOTHERM 1100 HD or DOTHERM 1200 are ideal.

 3. what are the mechanical requirements?

Not every insulating material is automatically solid or dimensionally stable.
I therefore ask myself:

• Does the part have to absorb mechanical forces (pressure, tension, bending)?

• Should it remain dimensionally stable even in the heat?

• What tolerances are permissible?

Some DOTHERM grades are very rigid and pressure-resistant - perfect for structural insulating panels - while others are more elastic and better at compensating for thermal expansion.

4. is electrical insulation required?

If my application involves current, voltage or coils, electrical insulation is crucial:

• What dielectric strength (kV/mm) is required?

• Does the material have to remain insulating even at high temperatures or humidity?

• Is there a risk of partial discharges or electric arcs?

DOTHERM materials based on mineral fibers and special resins provide excellent electrical insulation - even under extreme conditions.

5. what form and production are planned?

I also think about the final shape of the component:

• Do I need sheets, rods, tubes or a machined precision part?

• Is the machining done internally or should DOTHERM/Megatron manufacture the part according to the drawing?

• What quantity is planned - prototype, small series or series production?

DOTHERM materials are available both as raw formats and as customized components.

6. which DOTHERM type suits my requirements?

Each DOTHERM quality has its own strength:

• DOTHERM 600M → good thermal insulation up to approx. 600 °C, easy to machine.

• DOTHERM 700 / 800M → higher mechanical strength and temperature resistance.

• DOTHERM 1000 / 1100 HD / 1200 → for extreme conditions up to over 1200 °C.

Applications & Products

Thermal insulation

DOTHERM materials are characterized by particularly low thermal conductivity and high temperature resistance - suitable for application temperatures of up to 1,200 °C. Ideal for plant, machine and furnace construction.

Electrical insulation

The materials offer excellent dielectric properties and mechanical strength, even under high-voltage conditions. Used in power electronics, electromobility and energy technology.

Application sectors

• Electronics: PCB insulation, coil holders, component insulation

• Energy technology: high-voltage insulators, protective plates, spacers

• Building technology: thermal insulation panels, fire protection solutions

• Automotive industry & e-mobility: insulating sleeves, mounting plates, thermal protection systems

Materials in use at DOTHERM

DOTHERM processes a wide range of technical materials:

• Silicates and mica

• Silicone resin and epoxy resin composites

• Chemically bonded high-temperature ceramics

• Fiber-based materials with a mineral or carbon base

These materials offer optimum properties for bending, pressure and temperature loads.

DOTHERM & Megatron - Services at a glance

• Individual solutions: Customized materials and blanks for special applications

• Technical consulting: Megatron accompanies you from selection to implementation

• Fast sampling: prototype production, tests and small series possible

• Series production & stock availability: High delivery readiness thanks to Megatron warehousing

• Quality standards: Mechanical stability, temperature resistance, electrical safety

Conclusion

DOTHERM stands for innovative, reliable insulation materials. Together with Megatron AG, customers in Switzerland have an experienced partner who offers products, advice and service from a single source - for thermal and electrical insulation up to 1,200 °C.

FAQ - High-performance materials from DOTHERM

Sales partner: Megatron AG

1. what does DOTHERM offer?

DOTHERM develops and produces high-performance materials for electrical and thermal insulation. The materials are suitable for application temperatures of up to 1,200 °C and are used in numerous industrial sectors. The scope of services ranges from application consulting and prototyping to series production.

2 Why purchase DOTHERM from Megatron AG?

Megatron AG is the official distribution partner of DOTHERM in Switzerland and offers:

• Access to DOTHERM products "Made in Germany"

• Advice from experienced application engineers

• Delivery also in small quantities from batch size 1

• Support with individual material solutions

3. which standard products are immediately available?

Megatron AG offers a selection of immediately available components, e.g:

• Screw head insulation

• Insulating pipes and panels with and without drill holes

• Threaded rods, nuts, insulating modules for thermally and electrically demanding applications

4. what types of material are available?

DOTHERM offers a wide range of materials with different application temperatures:

• DOTHERM®: up to 1,100 °C

• DOGLAS®: up to 300 °C

• DOTEC®: up to 1,100 °C

• DOTEX®: up to 300 °C

• DOGLIDE®: up to 450 °C

• ELTIMID®: up to 280 °C

• FRATHERNIT®, PRESSTHERM®: up to 500 °C

These materials are particularly suitable for applications with mechanical, thermal and electrical loads.

5. in which sectors are the materials used?

DOTHERM materials are used, among other things, in:

• Machine and plant construction (e.g. for slide rails, bearing plates)

• Building technology (heat and sound insulation)

• Aerospace

• Energy, chemical and electrical industry

• Medical technology and automotive

6 Which properties characterize the materials?

• High mechanical strength - even at high temperatures

• Excellent electrical insulation

• Low thermal conductivity

• Chemical resistance

• Dimensional stability under mechanical and thermal load

7. how does Megatron AG support projects?

Megatron accompanies customers through all project phases:

• Advice on material selection and design

• Provision of samples and data sheets

• Production of small series and special solutions

• On-time delivery and technical support

8. are there individual production options?

Yes, DOTHERM specializes in tailor-made solutions. Megatron AG offers customized parts, special shapes and material combinations - even for demanding or safety-relevant applications.