AJA International is excited to partner with educators to design an accessible system dedicated for training the next generation of technology specialists. The Educational Series system features a magnetron sputtering gun for coating as well as RF bias etch on substrates up to 2” diameter. Manual operation mode gives the student direct insight into typical controls of a vacuum process tool. Students can receive hands-on instruction in loading samples, changing sputtering targets, creating thin film coatings, or doing substrate etch for material removal or surface preparation. An available residual gas analyzer provides quantitative insights into the composition of the vacuum environment and its impact on processes. Vacuum science and technology concepts can be taught and demonstrated. The system is almost completely self-contained, requiring only a 110V power outlet and a source of process gas (typically argon). Operation can readily be carried out in a classroom or instructional laboratory. Its low cost, small size, simple loading and unloading and integrated safety features make it an attractive instructional aid that greatly enhances technical education programs.
