Written by: Denton Vacuum, LLC

A PVD system is used in the construction of most household electronics.

The electronics we use every day would not be possible without advances in the field of manufacturing. New techniques enable us to completely alter the makeup of substances, allowing manufacturers to do a lot more on a smaller budget.

PVD Explained

A PVD system is a form of vacuum deposition, which is used when engineers want to apply a thin film of molecules to a substrate. In the case of electronics, this can refer to the conductive materials used in the creation of a semiconductor. Vacuum deposition is a special process that is used when manufacturers need to alter the properties of one substance. This process is useful in order to glare-proof a screen, where the chemicals that prevent glare are able to spread evenly across the surface of the screen.

How it Works

UHV sputter deposition is a form of high pressure deposition that is used in the manufacture of many kinds of parts. It’s the same technology that goes into producing high-performance engine parts for NASCAR vehicles. A substance, usually something metallic, is melted down and deposited onto the surface of something else. This help turn a plastic piece into a metal piece, or in the case of tablets, it coats circuit boards in conductive materials.

Microchips and More

Plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition is used in the creation of all kinds of electronics. It is used extensively in aerospace, where it is part of crucial computer systems and parts for the ship itself. It’s also used in watches, to coat the internals in something to make them more durable.

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