SILVER APPLICATIONS Silver is widely used across industrial applications because of its exceptional electrical and thermal conductivity, reflectivity, and antimicrobial properties. The main areas of industrial utilisation include: Electronics & Electrical Applications a. Contacts and switches – ensures low resistance and reliability b. Printed circuit boards (PCBs) – silver inks and pastes for conductive pathways c. Semiconductor packaging – die attach, bonding wires, and conductive adhesives d. RFID, 5G, and high-frequency electronics – minimizes signal loss Energy & Power e. Solar panels (photovoltaics) – silver paste in solar cells to collect and transport electrons f. Electric vehicles (EVs) – used in power electronics, battery management systems, and charging infrastructure g. Power grids – silver-coated conductors and contacts for high-load switching Chemical & Industrial Processing h. Catalysts – essential in producing ethylene oxide and formaldehyde i. Chemical reactors – corrosion-resistant coatings and components Medical & Healthcare j. Medical devices – coatings for catheters, implants, and surgical tools k. Wound dressings and textiles – antimicrobial silver ions reduce infection risk l. Water purification systems – inhibits bacterial growth Automotive & Transportation m. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) – sensors and electronics n. Internal combustion and hybrid vehicles – relays, connectors, and control units Brazing, Soldering & Alloys o. Silver brazing alloys – strong, corrosion-resistant joints in HVAC, aerospace, and industrial machinery p. High-temperature solders – reliable electrical and mechanical bonding Mirrors, Coatings & Optics q. High-reflectivity mirrors – telescopes, lasers, and scientific instruments r. Specialty coatings – thermal and optical control surfaces Antimicrobial & Consumer Industrial Uses s. Industrial textiles – odor and bacteria control t. Food processing equipment – hygiene and contamination prevention