Atmospheric Plasma Treatment for India

Atmospheric Plasma for Indian Manufacturers

Atmospheric plasma or electrical blown ion plasma (also termed focused corona plasma) utilises a single narrow nozzle electrode powered by an electrical generator and step-up transformer and high-pressurised air in which intensely, focused plasma is generated within the treatment head and streams outward. This pretreatment process, used by manufacturers across India and worldwide, can clean dirt, debris and some hydrocarbons from the substrate, but not most silicones and slip agents. New research indicates fine etching of the surface can create new topographies for increased mechanical bonding. Ozone formation is negligible.

Myth: Atmospheric plasma is electrically potential-free.

Fact: Atmospheric plasma is better characterised as “low potential” unless definitively proven to be zero on any specific application. There are performance differences among equipment manufacturers.

PlasmaDyne Pro Treater System – narrow focused or rotating head for wide treatment. Photo courtesy of 3DT LLC.

Flame Plasma

UV Radiation Ozone

Electrical Corona Discharge

Pyrosil Flame Plasma

Fluorooxidation

Electrical Air Plasma

Cold Gas Plasma

Chemical & Mechanical

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