14-07-2020 | Intertronics | Subs & Systems
Intertronics offers what is claimed to be the world's smallest plasma handheld device, the piezobrush PZ3. The device efficiently employs cold atmospheric pressure plasma for the surface treatment of metals, plastics and natural materials. The plasma treatment activates, functionalises and cleans surfaces. This can improve the quality of subsequent processes significantly including bonding, printing, varnishing or coating – anywhere with adhesion challenges. The latest model offers improved performance, power control and process monitoring.
The device from Relyon Plasma is ideal for employment in manual or semi-automated production, new product development, and in research and development settings including laboratories. It is simple, safe and intuitive. With a maximum power consumption of 18W, its unique Piezoelectric Direct Discharge technology is utilised to generate cold-active plasma at a temperature lower than 50C. Application of the plasma alters the surface properties of materials, which can have positive impacts on processing and end-use; these incorporate improved wetting and adhesion. Benefits cover improved workflow, removal of wet chemicals from production, faster processes and overall quality.
“We had great success with the forerunner to the PZ3, the piezobrush PZ2. The new model has an increased maximum power and allows a treatment speed of 5 cm²/s and a treatment width of up to 29 mm. Even on materials that are very difficult to treat, such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE), a surface energy of 72 mN/m can be achieved after plasma treatment,” explained Ben Swanson, sales manager at Intertronics. “It also has a new intuitive control and display panel, offering power adjustment, various process timers and real-time diagnostics.”
