TECHNOLOGY

Sputtering

Sputtering (a.k.a. Physical Vapor Deposition or PVD, Vapor Deposition, Vacuum Deposition, Vacuum Coating) is a form of Thin Film Deposition or Metallizing.

In sputter deposition, material is removed - as atoms or molecules - from a solid target by energetic ion bombardment and deposited as atomic layers on a substrate. A uniform film results.

Sputtering can be used with plastics, metal, or glass- on pieces utilized in almost any industry. Sputtering can be used to create tough-wearing and decorative coatings, with excellent results.

Some advantages of sputtering over some other coating processes are: low heat, better film adhesion and corrosion resistance, denser film quality, uniform film coatings over non-flat surfaces and 3-D substrates, and low material costs.

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DLC ( Diamond-Like Carbon ) Coatings

Mustang's DLC Coaters provide an excellent diamond-like carbon coating.

DLC is extremely hard (like diamond) and has a slick quality. DLC coatings can be deposited on almost any vacuum stable substrate, providing an extremely smooth surface that reduces friction and protects against wear and corrosion.

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Plasma Polymerization

Mustang utilizes Plasma Polymerization for our renowned Plascoat^™ topcoat.

Plasma polymerization is a procedure in which vapor, stimulated through a plasma (electrified gas), condenses on freely selectable substrates as high cross-linked layers.

Our Plascoat top coating has the density to repel water and the chemical resistance to provide excellent protection in all environments.

Our Plascoat process exceeds all OEM specifications in U.S., European and Asian markets.

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Photovoltaic CIGS

Thin-film photovoltaic CIGS (Copper Indium Gallium (di)Selenide) is an exciting technology for solar cells, providing a high absorbtion rate, excellent conducivity, flexibility, and longevity.
And, due to lower production costs and rising productivity, thin film photovoltaic CIGS technology offers an opportunity to reduce the cost of solar energy to a viable level.

CIGS has provided great conversion efficiencies in lab settings. Mustang Solar builds the tools to bring high efficiency to PRODUCTION.

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Electroplating Alternatives

Due to environmental and health issues, many platers are looking for alternatives to electroplating. Mustang offers several safe, effective, and cost-saving alternatives, including sputtering and evaporation processes. All processes are clean and environmentally-friendly.

Sputtering is the most popular alternative, offering many benefits when compared to electroplating. Sputtering offers a better, more uniform and more durable coating, and is typically less expensive than electroplating.

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