APPLICATIONS & SURFACE IMPROVEMENTS

Atmospheric and vacuum plasma pre-treatment enable precise surface etching by modifying the top layer of a material through controlled plasma exposure. Reactive plasma species chemically interact with the surface, removing microscopic material layers and creating a fine, uniform micro-roughness. This etching effect improves mechanical interlocking and increases the effective surface area for subsequent bonding or coating processes. Atmospheric plasma is ideal for selective, inline etching at high production speeds,while vacuum plasma provides highly uniform and controllable etching results, particularly for complex shapes or sensitive components. Both methods allow parameter optimization to achieve consistent and reproducible surface structures tailored to specific material and adhesion requirements.