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How APPLD Works


 

APPLD  (atmospheric pressure plasma liquid deposition) combines cool, atmospheric pressure plasma (energetic, ionized, glowing gas) with liquid precursors to create thin-film functional coatings on most materials.  The liquid precursor is atomized into droplets and sprayed directly into the plasma—a Dow Corning patented technique.  Your workpiece/substrate is immersed in the plasma which converts the precursor into a coating that:

  • Chemically bonds for excellent adhesion to substrates
  • Is highly polymerized and crosslinked for toughness and durability
  • Is ultra-thin with a well-controlled thickness (from nm to microns) to leave bulk properties unaffected
  • Offers high performance, retaining all of the original properties of the liquid precursor—even for large and complex molecules, whereas most plasma processes destroy original precursor properties.  APPLD provides the ultimate in surface functionality and performance, achievable by no other atmospheric pressure plasma technology

 

With APPLD, you can open the door to new, highly functional and high-value designer materials and surfaces for your manufacturing process. Select the surface chemistry of your material from a range of design and customization options.

See how you can experience the Benefits of APPLD  and realize the opportunities.

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