DuPont™ Kalrez® 8085 perfluoroelastomer parts are a beige, general purpose product for “select” etch, ash/strip and deposition processes. It has been formulated for minimal particle generation in NF3 plasma. Kalrez® 8085 exhibits very low particle generation and low weight loss in oxygen and fluorine-based plasmas, has excellent mechanical strength and is well-suited for both static and dynamic sealing applications (e.g., bonded slit valve doors, bonded gate valves, bonded pendulum valves, gas orifice seals, gas feedthrough seals, chamber lid seals, etc.) A maximum continuous service temperature of 240°C is suggested. Kalrez® 8085 can also withstand short-term excursions to 275 °C. Ultrapure
The PlasmaPen™ is a patented atmospheric plasma pen cleaner system for various surface preparation requirements such as surface clean and surface activation. The PlasmaPen™ is a self-contained unit that operates at atmospheric pressure. Its patented design keeps high voltages and current safely inside of the pen body, away from the plasma jet and substrate surfaces. Surface cleaning and activation with the PlasmaPen™ ensures a reliable wire and die bonding in semiconductor
ISO centering rings are inserted between two flange faces and secured with an encompassing flange clamp. The included O-ring provides the vacuum seal.
Centering rings from IES are sourced from leading suppliers. They are precision components constructed from durable materials, such as 304 stainless steel and 6061 aluminum, ensuring dependability and reliability over time. ISO centering rings from IES are designed for ease-of-installation and low maintenance properties, helping to make them a convenient solution for a variety of applications.
Optical spectroscopy is a highly important technology for online process monitoring and optimization. Fiber-coupled probes allow a direct look into the process without time delay.
The MATRIX-F II FT-NIR spectrometer from Bruker allows direct measurements in process reactors and pipelines, leading to a better understanding and control of the process. Its innovative technology provides consistent high quality results, less downtime and direct method transfer. All Bruker process spectrometers are characterized by robustness, long-term stability, and low maintenance costs.
Bruker's spectrometers are tried and proven, as seen in the thousands of installations in the chemical,
A customer asked recently: what type of fuses should I use with my new fan and closed-loop temperature control system?
First, we always recommend you consult with an electrician or electrical engineer. That said, you need a branch protection fuse, but they don't blow quickly enough to protect your silicon controlled rectifers (SCRs). In addition to a branch protection fuse, you will want to protect your SCR with a semiconductor fuse, which open in tenths of a millisecond (vs. ~1 minute).
Protection of systems for controlling electric heaters require two types of fusing to protect both the system and the SCRs.
Branch Circuit Fuses are required by code to protect against fire/damage when heaters or wires short. However, with such a short, the branch circuit fuses do not respond
Traditional cooling systems can take up precious space in laboratories and data centers. Rack mounted chillers are cooling systems designed to fit into standard electrical housings, ideal for a reduced footprint. However, rack mounted chillers are not always mounted into electrical housing. They can be mounted into any electrical frame, such as a test rig.
19" Rack Mount Chillers
Rack mounted chillers use a refrigeration cycle to remove unwanted heat from heat transfer fluids. The heat transfer fluid may be water, glycol (ethylene glycol or propylene glycol) or oil.
Applied Thermal Control manufactures rack mounted chillers designed to fit within standard electrical housings with a minimum depth of 23.62 inches (600mm). Mounting a chiller within existing electrical racking reduces the loss of valuable floorspace, making no addition to the existing footprint of the system.
Bonded door seals for gate valves and slit valve door seal applications provide improved sealing performance versus conventional O-rings by reducing particle generation, extending seal life and minimizing replacement time during preventive maintenance.
DuPont™ Kalrez® bonded door seals are designed for easy installation and low particle generation. They combine a custom seal design and proprietary adhesion technology along with the excellent plasma resistance of Kalrez® perfluoroelastomer seal materials developed for semiconductor applications. The seal is held in a “fixed” position versus conventional O-rings, thereby eliminating “rolling/twisting” and abrasion during door actuation. In addition, the seal design has been optimized using finite element analysis (FEA) to minimize high concentrations of localized stresses. As a result, both particle generation
Navigating the Complex Power Needs of Current and Next Generation CT Systems
Computed Tomography (CT) is a computerized imaging technique used in radiology. A rapidly rotating X-ray beam and detector are used to generate cross-sectional images – so-called slices – that form the volumetric and very detailed internal image of the body.
The external (visible) components of a CT scanner are the gantry, which includes a control panel, setup lasers and the bore along which the patient couch will traverse during the scan. While the idea of this imaging technique is more than 100 years old, it wasn’t until the early 1970s that sufficient computing power became reality. And although CT is now a very well-established and widely used diagnostic tool, there are still a lot of physics and engineering R&D activities being undertaken to improve and extend capabilities.
Currently the state-of-the-art detectors used in CT are energy integrating detectors (EID) but it looks like that
In October 2023, IES announced a new partnership with Innovent Technologies, LLC, a specialized contract manufacturer known for their excellence in assembling and testing semiconductor manufacturing tools and equipment.
Innovent's Vertical Integration Strategy with Outsourcing Key Subsystems
What is meant by vertical integration, and can you benefit by engaging with a contract manufacture to fabricate your components, build your subsystems of larger production tools and equipment? The traditional definition of vertical integration is heavily geared toward operational and production benefits such as:
Cost reduction across various parts of production
Tighter quality control
Improved flow and control of information across the supply chain
Ensuring the proper installation of a Watlow® electric heater is crucial for maintaining high performance and longevity within industrial applications. In this article, we'll delve into the two most critical factors for a successful installation: following the installation guide and using the correct tools. By adhering to these guidelines, you can enhance the efficiency and reliability of your Watlow heater.
