Plasma treatment of polymer and composite materials, which are widely used in automotive and aerospace industries, produce superior paint finishes and significant improvement in paint adhesion.
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Available treatments can be applied in both batch-plasma and atmospheric in-line plasma cases and often remove the need for tedious mechanical abrasion and other preparations. We have delivered many plasma solutions to improve paint adhesion from small bench-top units to very fast cycle industrial scale paint plant solutions. We also offer a wide range of surface test methods for comparison of pre- and post-plasma treated parts.
GRID CUT TEST
These two examples of Grid test cut methods below; (DIN EN ISO 2409) clearly demonstrate the enhanced bonding of paint (right image) on plasma activated surfaces after treatment.
APPLICATIONS
- Atmospheric Plasma Treatment to improve ink adhesion
- Effective treatment of a wide range of engineering plastics
- Treatment of complex 3D objects
- Typically 2-fold to 10-fold improvement in peel-strength
- Localised plasma treatment without masking replaces surface abrasion pre-treatments
For more information regarding plasma technology contact us today.