Once applied, during the manufacturing process, it will not migrate. It adheres to the contact instantly and remains intact without need for additional tape, mechanical barriers, or cure time – thereby eliminating the added expense that barrier methods incur. This image shows the EPP-918A has provided resistance to wear caused by repetitive mating and un-mating forces. After 2500 cycles on an untreated contact the wear on the gold can be extensive. Whereas, on the treated connector minimal damage is seen on the contacts.