Innovative surface treatment in the electronics industry
25 February 2025
Plasmatreat, a leading company in the field of surface treatment using plasma technology, has developed the REDOX tool: an environmentally friendly and chemical-free solution for removing oxide layers from metal surfaces. This technology offers significant advantages for industries such as automotive, electronics and renewable energy.
Metal surfaces react when exposed to oxygen, forming unwanted oxide layers that can significantly affect the processing and functionality of components. In the electronics industry in particular, where components are becoming smaller and more powerful, it is essential that surfaces are clean and free of oxide to ensure the quality and life of the product. Traditional methods of removing these layers often rely on harsh chemicals and pollute the environment.
The new REDOX tool uses Openair-Plasma – a special form of atmospheric pressure plasma technology – to clean surfaces precisely, efficiently and without using harmful chemicals. The process automatically removes oxide layers, allowing components to be treated immediately. This innovation helps speed up production processes, reduce costs and protect the environment.
Plasma technology uses electric discharges to create ionized gas that can be used for a variety of applications, including manufacturing, power generation, and waste treatment.
Plasma technology is commonly used in many industries, including in the automotive, microelectronics, packaging and medical device industries. Along with solid, liquid and gas, plasma is a state of matter.
This technology is not only environmentally friendly, it is also extremely flexible: the REDOX tool can be easily integrated into existing production lines and adapted to different materials or requirements. Whether it is the production of semiconductors, connecting frames or power modules, the tool offers a solution for many applications and large volumes.
"With the REDOX tool, we are setting new standards in the electronics industry. Even with the smallest components, we achieve outstanding results in oxide removal thanks to environmentally friendly processes," explains Nico Coenen , Global Director Electronics Market at Plasmatreat GmbH.
The REDOX tool combines top performance and sustainability and helps meet the demands of modern industries. Plasmatreat thus underlines its status as a leading supplier of innovative plasma technologies.
Plasma is also known as the fourth state of matter, alongside solids, liquids and gases. When energy is added to a gas, it is ionized and enters the energetic plasma (ionized) state. Whether it is plastic, metal, glass or paper, plasma technology is used to change the surface properties to meet the process requirements. Subsequent processes include bonding, painting, printing or sealing.
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Source: prnewswire.com