Reel-to-Reel Plasma Etcher: PE-2000R

The PE-2000R Reel-to-Reel Plasma Etcher from Plasma Etch Inc. is engineered for continuous, high-throughput plasma processing of flexible substrates. Designed for roll-to-roll applications, this system is ideal for surface activation, cleaning, and etching in demanding industrial environments.

The PE-2000R Roll to Roll plasma system is specially fitted with a continuous feed drive and take up system to accommodate continuous flexible substrates and roll/reel mounted materials, accepting web widths of 2″ to 24″ with spindle diameters of 10″.

Tension control is accomplished by a pivoting arm 3 inches in diameter in contact with the web in the process chamber coupled to a counterweight system outside the chamber isolated by a magnetic fluid feed-through. It is actively controlled by the subsystem transport control.

Key Features:

• Continuous Feed System: Equipped with a drive and take-up mechanism for seamless processing of roll-mounted materials.
• Wide Web Compatibility: Supports web widths from 50mm to 600mm (2″ to 24″) with 250mm (10″) spindle diameters.
• Actively Controlled Tension: Utilises a pivoting arm and counterweight system for precise web tension management, ensuring uniform plasma exposure.
• Vertical Planar Electrode Configuration: Four-level electrode design ensures even plasma treatment across the substrate width.
• Process Speed: Capable of feed rates up to 1 metre per minute, optimising throughput for production environments.

Applications:

• Surface activation for improved adhesion
• Hydrocarbon contaminant removal
• PCB etch back and de-smear
• Teflon activation
• Inner layer preparation
• Sterilisation and resist stripping

Industry Segments:

• Printed electronics
• Medical device manufacturing
• Flexible circuit production
• Solar panel fabrication
• Aerospace and automotive electronics