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Vacuum in PVD (physical vapor deposition)
Vacuum in PVD Processes: Purpose, Measurement, and Management In the context of PVD processes, vacuum indicates the condition in which the pressure inside the deposition chamber is reduced to…
PECVD: Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapour Deposition
PECVD: what it is, how it works, and differences from standard thermal CVD PECVD (Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapour Deposition) is a deposition technique in which precursor gases are introduced into…
How to choose a PVD and galvanic treatment supplier: 5 key criteria
The 5 key criteria for choosing a supplier Surface treatment is not an accessory phase of the production cycle, but affects: aesthetic quality, durability, and regulatory compliance of the…
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Zamak: Characteristics, Workability, and Compatibility with Electroplating and PVD Coatings
Zamak and surface coatings: properties, die-casting issues, and necessary preparations for electroplating and PVD. A…
Cathodic Arc Deposition: Definition, Process, and Main Industrial Applications
Cathodic arc deposition: working principle, coating properties, anti-wear applications, and management of surface…
PVD vs. Electroplating: Differences, Advantages, and Limits
Discover the differences between PVD and electroplating: operating principles, resistance, costs, environmental impact,…
Vibratory finishing: what it is and how it works
From degreasing to vibro-polishing, discover how LEM prepares metal surfaces. Focus on the Vintage finish for premium…
Electroplating: Definition, Process, and Main Industrial Applications
What electroplating is and how it works. Key electrochemical principles, pretreatments, bath analysis and the main…
Sputtering: What It Is, How It Works, and PVD Applications
What is sputtering? Definition, plasma principle, process parameters, technical advantages, and main applications in…