By Nanofilm Technologies International Limited
Many solvents can cause corrosion within HPLC system, result limiting the available solvents and restrict the analytical ability of the instrument. The TAC-ON® coating forms a super hard and smooth layer on the surface of the stator valve with low surface energy that reduces friction, increase chemical resistance and enable a longer service life. In combination with the rotor seal made of pressure-resistant polyimide, these new valve can sustain pressure up to 1,200 bar, greatly improve the performance of the HPLC.
Engineered From the Coating Up Built to Take Your Production Further NTI brings coating technology, process development and equipment engineering together to deliver cleaner precision, greater flexibility and stronger production economics from qualification through industrial production. More Than 25 Years of Coating Know How Brought Into the Equipment Behind Your Production Since 1999, NTI has developed coating processes, run them in our own production and coating service operations, and engineered the equipment that delivers them. That experience helps connect your component and surface goal to the coating technology and equipment direction that can take it into production. Bring the Right Coating Capability Into Your Production Find the Equipment Direction Built Around Your Requirement From high value precision surfaces to flexible batch programs and dedicated higher output lines, NTI connects coating process know how with equipment engineering so the production platform starts from the performance your product needs. See How NTI Coating Equipment Comes Together Around the Product From precision glass molds and automotive piston rings to semiconductor tooling, metallic bipolar plates and thin film solar, explore equipment directions built around the coating performance, product geometry and production demands of real manufacturing applications. Precision Glass Lens Molds NTI Vault™ Load-Lock Coating System Also supported by NTI Renew™ Decoating System - Load-lock FCVA with proprietary X-Bend filtration - Hydrogen-free ta-C for mold release and wear protection High Temperature Glass Lens Molds NTI Vault™ Gen 3 Plus Load-Lock Coating System - Ion beam sputtering for qualified noble-metal films - Noble-metal coatings for high-temperature mold release Plastic and Micro Optic Molds NTI Vault™ Gen 3 Plus / Gen 2 Load-Lock Coating System - Load-lock FCVA and sputtering for hybrid multilayer coatings - Hard functional coatings for mold wear and release Semiconductor Cavity Bars NTI Vault™ Load-Lock Coating System - Load-lock coating for precision cavity bars - MiCC® hard coating for wear protection Wafer Lapping Carriers NTI Titan™ Vertical Inline Coating System Also supported by NTI Renew™ Decoating System - Vertical inline FCVA and ion beam decoating options - ta-C for wear-resistant carrier surfaces Cutting Tools and Forming Dies NTI Titan™ Rotary Inline Coating System - Rotary inline PVD for recurring tool production - Hard nitride films for wear and heat resistance Automotive Piston Rings NTI Titan™ Rotary Inline Coating System - Automated rotary inline FCVA deposition - ta-C for lower friction and wear Consumer Electronics Housings and Trims NTI Dream™ Batch Coating System - Rotary batch PVD for color and finish programs - Decorative coatings for color and wear protection Medical and Dental Instruments NTI Dream™ Batch Coating System - Rotary batch deposition for precision instruments - Functional coatings for wear and friction reduction HUD and LiDAR Optical Components NTI Titan™ Vertical Inline Coating System - Vertical inline PVD for optical production - Multilayer films for reflectance and transmission Metallic Bipolar Plates NTI Titan™ Rotary Inline Coating System - Rotary inline FCVA carbon deposition - Conductive carbon for corrosion protection CdTe Thin Film Solar NTI Titan™ Horizontal Inline Coating System - Horizontal inline PVD for large-area CdTe production - Photovoltaic thin films for CdTe cell performance Perovskite Thin Film Solar NTI Titan™ CSS Inline Coating System Also available as NTI Titan™ CSS for R&D - Closed Space Sublimation for inline or R&D production - Perovskite absorber films with controlled deposition Final equipment architecture, source package, coating range and production configuration are confirmed against the actual product geometry, coating stack, process window and production requirement. Coat With Greater Control Recover More Value, Expand Capability, Raise Output NTI Vault™, Renew™, Dream™ and Titan™ address distinct production goals, helping you strengthen process control, retain component value, broaden coating capability and scale output while keeping coating know how and equipment engineering closely aligned. Precision Load Lock Coating NTI Vault™ Load Lock Coating System NTI Vault™ Load Lock Coating System keeps the main process chamber under vacuum between loads to reduce repeated atmospheric exposure, support cleaner coating conditions and move qualified precision parts into the next cycle with greater confidence. Configurable FCVA, magnetron sputtering and application specific fixturing bring process control closer to the surface requirements that matter. Higher Volume Inline Coating NTI Renew™ Decoating System NTI Renew™ Decoating System gives manufacturers a controlled route to remove worn coatings from eligible high value components before inspection and recoating. By returning valuable molds, tooling and precision parts into another productive coating cycle, it helps reduce replacement exposure, retain more asset value and bring recurring renewal into a more predictable workflow. Higher Volume Inline Coating NTI Dream™ Batch Coating System NTI Dream™ Batch Coating System brings multiple coating technologies and configurable chamber scales into one flexible platform for development, qualification and high mix commercial production. It helps manufacturers broaden in house coating capability, respond to changing product requirements and carry validated processes into production without committing too early to a narrow equipment route. Higher Volume Inline Coating NTI Titan™ Inline Coating System NTI Titan™ Inline Coating System combines coating technology, component handling and automation for manufacturers moving validated processes into higher volume production. Horizontal, vertical, drum, rotational and CSS architectures help align coating access, loading density and production flow with stronger throughput, repeatability and cost per part economics.
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The FCVA hybrid batch system is highly recommended to coat automotive engine components with our iTAC® materials. iTAC® coating have been applied and proven in various critical automotive engine including components piston ring and piston pins etc to achieve superior properties such as low friction coefficient and high wear resistance. The coating reduces engine fuel consumption, enhance its performance and extend its life span with less maintenance needs. Features - FCVA: Excellent coating performance - Carbon or Metal Source: Extend coating types - Ion Beam or Sputtering: Flexible configuration - High Vacuum Pump: Minimise vacuum pump waiting time - Rotating Substrate Holder: Allows angle tilt - User Friendly Control Panel: Easy to operate and control Specification Description: Process Chamber with Multi-Source Dimension 1.5 (Ø ) x 1.37(H) m Material: SUS 304 FCVA Source: Multiple FCVA metal and Carbon Sources Other Sources: Optional Magnetron Sputter Source and Ion Beam Cleaning Source Vacuum Control: 2pcs x TC Gauge, 1pc x Ion Gauge High Vacuum Pump: 2pcs x 3000 L/s + 1pc x 2400 L/S Turbo Molecular Pump Pressure Control: Capacitance Manometer, High Vacuum Gauge, Low Vaccum Gauge, Multiple MFCs Mechanical Pump (Roughing): Rotary Pump + Roots Pump Ultimate Vacuum: < 1.0 x 10-4 Pa Substrate Holder Dimension: PCD 1.156 (Ø ) x 1.31 (H) m Material: SUS 304 Function Holder Rotation Speed: 0 - 3 rpm, Bias-able System Dimension: ≈ 4.7 (L) x 4.3 (W) x 3 (H) m Applications - Tool and Die - Measurement and Analytics - Optics - Textile - Semiconductor - Automotive - Printing and Imaging - Sanitary Fitting - Life Science Applicable components - PCB Drill - Metal Stamping Punch and Die - CNC Machining Drill Bit - Plastic Injection Mold - Powder Metallurgy Mold - Pressure Detector Diaphragm - Glass Lens Mold - Weaving Spin, Rotary, Needle - Cavity Bar - Car Key Parts - Air Compressor Components - Piston Pin - Printer Blade - Printer Grid - Printer Roller - Printer Rubber Strip - Ceramic Disc - HPLC Stator What are the main advantages of Nanofilm coating equipment? We have been engineering, designing, and manufacturing vacuum coating / physical vapor deposition (PVD) / thin-film coating equipment for over 25 years and are a leader in the field. We are an integrated player providing both coating equipment and coating services. Our experiences in coating services provide first-hand knowledge that translate to state-of-the-art equipment that fit your production needs. We are your one-stop partner that provide equipment, deposition source materials, vaporization source, spare parts and after sales services. What are the vaporization methods of your coating equipment? Our equipment portfolio includes ion-beam, magnetron sputtering, filtered cathodic vacuum arc (FCVA) PVD vaporization method. The filtered cathodic vacuum arc (FCVA) is our proprietary technology, a plasma-based vaporization method that provide better control and more uniformed coating on a wide range of substrates. What substates can your coating equipment coat? Our equipment can coat a wide range of substrates including metal (stainless steel, copper, aluminium), alloy, polymer (plastic), ceramics. What is the substrate maximum size? We provide coating equipment with chamber size as big as 1.5m x 1.5m. The maximum size of substrate depends on the shape. What type of coating can your equipment coat? Our equipment can coat diamond-like coating, optical filter coating, anti-reflective coating, conductive coating, and hydrophobic coating, multi-layer composite coating. What is your lead time? Lead time varies depending on your specification.
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Features High Deposition Rate Close source-substrate spacing Solar Coating Versatility Optimised for CdTe and perovskite Closed Space Design Reduced loss and contamination Large-Area Capability Scalable for solar modules Flexible Configuration Modular, customizable chamber setup Temperature Control Stable heat for crystallisation What is Closed Space Sublimation (CSS)? Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) is an advanced thin-film deposition method used for producing CdTe, perovskite, and other solar absorber layers. By heating a solid source material in a low-pressure vacuum, CSS allows vaporised atoms to deposit onto a nearby substrate, forming dense, uniform coatings with high efficiency and material utilisation, ideal for all types of thin-film solar modules. How does the Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) coating process work? In CSS, the source and substrate are placed in close proximity, typically a few millimeters apart, within a controlled low-pressure chamber. The source material, such as CdTe or perovskite, is heated to a sublimation point where it transitions from solid to vapor. The vapor then travels a short distance through inert or reactive gas before condensing on a cooler substrate to form a crystalline thin film. By controlling temperature gradients, gas composition, and deposition distance, the process achieves excellent film uniformity within ±2 percent and high deposition rates up to one micrometer per minute. 1) Heating: CdTe or perovskite source material is sublimated (solid to vapour). 2) Transport: Vapor travels a short distance through an inert or reactive gas. 3) Deposition: Material condenses on the cooler substrate, forming a crystalline thin film. By adjusting temperature gradients and gas composition, CSS achieves excellent film uniformity (±2 %) and high deposition rates (~1 µm/min). Why is Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) used for solar cell manufacturing? CSS coating technology is preferred in solar cell manufacturing for its high throughput, excellent film density, and superior adhesion. It delivers particle-free coatings for clean absorber layers and ensures stable module performance and long-term reliability. The system’s high material efficiency and low contamination make it a cost-effective solution for industrial-scale solar production, where yield and uniformity are critical to achieving maximum conversion efficiency. What materials can Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) deposit? NTI Nanofilm’s CSS system supports a wide range of semiconductors and oxide materials, including CdTe (Cadmium Telluride) absorber films, perovskite compounds for tandem solar cells, CdS, ZnTe, ZnO window and buffer layers, and transparent conductive oxides (TCOs) for photovoltaic interfaces. These films are essential for solar PV modules, optoelectronic components, and energy devices that demand uniform, high-purity coatings. What advantages does Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) have over sputtering or CVD? Compared with PVD sputtering or CVD coating, CSS offers simpler chamber design, fewer plasma-related defects, higher material utilization above 90 percent, and rapid deposition rates with consistent stoichiometry and density control. Its scalable inline system enables high-throughput solar manufacturing while maintaining superior film quality, making CSS a preferred technology for cost-efficient thin-film solar production. What are NTI Nanofilm’s Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) system features? Inline CSS System developed by NTI Nanofilm integrates modular chambers for sublimation, deposition, and annealing, with SUS304 vacuum construction for durability and stability. It offers precise temperature control, heating the source up to 700°C and maintaining substrate temperatures around 600°C for optimal film crystallization. With a large coating range of 1200 mm and custom gas control for Ar, O₂, and N₂, the system supports continuous inline coating of full-sized solar panels at a rate of up to one panel per minute, ensuring uniform coating thickness and reproducible results across industrial production scales.
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Features - High Deposition Rate: Close source-substrate spacing - Solar Coating Versatility: Optimised for CdTe and perovskite - Closed Space Design: Reduced loss and contamination - Large-Area Capability: Scalable for solar modules - Flexible Configuration: Modular, customizable chamber setup - Temperature Control: Stable heat for crystallisation What is Closed Space Sublimation (CSS)? Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) is an advanced thin-film deposition method used for producing CdTe, perovskite, and other solar absorber layers. By heating a solid source material in a low-pressure vacuum, CSS allows vaporised atoms to deposit onto a nearby substrate, forming dense, uniform coatings with high efficiency and material utilisation, ideal for all types of thin-film solar modules. How does the Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) coating process work? In CSS, the source and substrate are placed in close proximity, typically a few millimeters apart, within a controlled low-pressure chamber. The source material, such as CdTe or perovskite, is heated to a sublimation point where it transitions from solid to vapor. The vapor then travels a short distance through inert or reactive gas before condensing on a cooler substrate to form a crystalline thin film. By controlling temperature gradients, gas composition, and deposition distance, the process achieves excellent film uniformity within ±2 percent and high deposition rates up to one micrometer per minute. 1) Heating: CdTe or perovskite source material is sublimated (solid to vapour). 2) Transport: Vapor travels a short distance through an inert or reactive gas. 3) Deposition: Material condenses on the cooler substrate, forming a crystalline thin film. By adjusting temperature gradients and gas composition, CSS achieves excellent film uniformity (±2 %) and high deposition rates (~1 µm/min). Why is Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) used for solar cell manufacturing? CSS coating technology is preferred in solar cell manufacturing for its high throughput, excellent film density, and superior adhesion. It delivers particle-free coatings for clean absorber layers and ensures stable module performance and long-term reliability. The system’s high material efficiency and low contamination make it a cost-effective solution for industrial-scale solar production, where yield and uniformity are critical to achieving maximum conversion efficiency. What materials can Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) deposit? NTI Nanofilm’s CSS system supports a wide range of semiconductors and oxide materials, including CdTe (Cadmium Telluride) absorber films, perovskite compounds for tandem solar cells, CdS, ZnTe, ZnO window and buffer layers, and transparent conductive oxides (TCOs) for photovoltaic interfaces. These films are essential for solar PV modules, optoelectronic components, and energy devices that demand uniform, high-purity coatings. What advantages does Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) have over sputtering or CVD? Compared with PVD sputtering or CVD coating, CSS offers simpler chamber design, fewer plasma-related defects, higher material utilization above 90 percent, and rapid deposition rates with consistent stoichiometry and density control. Its scalable inline system enables high-throughput solar manufacturing while maintaining superior film quality, making CSS a preferred technology for cost-efficient thin-film solar production. What are NTI Nanofilm’s Closed Space Sublimation (CSS) system features? Inline CSS System developed by NTI Nanofilm integrates modular chambers for sublimation, deposition, and annealing, with SUS304 vacuum construction for durability and stability. It offers precise temperature control, heating the source up to 700°C and maintaining substrate temperatures around 600°C for optimal film crystallization. With a large coating range of 1200 mm and custom gas control for Ar, O₂, and N₂, the system supports continuous inline coating of full-sized solar panels at a rate of up to one panel per minute, ensuring uniform coating thickness and reproducible results across industrial production scales.
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