Silicone Sealant Buildup laser cleaning visualization showing process effects
Ikmanda Roswati
Ikmanda RoswatiPh.D.Indonesia
Ultrafast Laser Physics and Material Interactions
Published
Jan 6, 2026

Silicone Sealant Buildup

Silicone buildup contamination, it forms uneven films on surfaces through repeated exposure to vapors and residues. This organic layer, it adheres strongly and creates patchy patterns, especially on metals and polymers. Formation patterns reveal unique clustering around edges and crevices, thus trapping air pockets that hinder uniform coverage. In laser cleaning applications, removal challenges arise from its thermal resistance; pulses scatter energy and leave residues behind. Material-specific behaviors show that on aluminum, buildup softens slowly under irradiation, while on plastics, it vaporizes unevenly and risks substrate damage. After treatment, surface still exhibits faint traces in shadowed areas. Process demands precise beam control, and thus enhances cleaning efficiency without overablation. Evidence from observations confirms these patterns, so adjustments follow for optimal results.

Produced Compounds

Hazardous compounds produced during laser cleaning

Affected Materials

Materials where this contaminant commonly appears

Silicone Sealant Buildup Dataset

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