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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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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