AP-1000Plasma System

March

® A NORDSON COMPANY

Technology enhancing the Quality of Life

March is the global leader in gas plasma technology for medical product manufacturing. Successful implementation of plasma technology to improve quality, yield and reliability depends on expert knowledge in plasma science. The AP-1000 batch system from March incorporates over 20 years of applications experience in radio-frequency, low-pressure plasma technology. It is a flexible and durable platform ideal for product development, large geometry or large volume production.Gas plasma treatment provides a fast and efficient method forcleaning, surface modification and coating. It delivers better performance, higher quality and reliability through improved bonding, increased lubricity, wettability, hydrophilicity, hydrophobicity and biocompatibility.Uniform plasma treatment for the most demanding environ-mentsMarch Plasma System’s AP-1000 plasma system is designedto meet the rigorous demands of 24-hour operation. The system delivers uniform plasma treatment with unmatched reliability, safety and ease of operation. The AP-1000 platform is completely self-contained, requiring minimal floor space. The pump, chamber, control electronics, and 13.56 MHz switched mode power supply are housed in a single enclosure. Full front access allows for convenient access to all interior compo- nents. The pump is positioned on rollers for easy removal.
March AP-1000 Plasma System FEATURES and BENEFITSPLASMA CHAMBER APPLICATION EXAMPLES is constructed of 11-gauge stainless steelwith aluminum fixtures for superior durability. The chamber has multiple removable and adjustable shelves to accommo- date a wide range of part sizes and quantities. Various Non-compatible Material Bonding Stent Cleaning and Bonding Catheter Bonding MANUFACTURER OF PLC CONTROLLER with touch monitor provides an intuitivegraphical interface and real time process representation. Surgical Tool Cleaning FLEXIBLE SHELF ARCHITECTURE allows processing of a widevariety of parts in either direct or downstream plasma or deposition mode. Hydrophilic Dosing tips Tack Reduction of Silicone Rubber Molded Parts 13.56 MHz POWER SUPPLY has automatic impedancematching for unparalleled process reproducibility. Sensor Cleaning, Wetting and Functionalization PCB Bond Pad Cleaning PROPRIETARY PROFESSIONAL SOFTWARE CONTROL system generatesprocess and production data for statistical process control. Fixture and Component Cleaning