Description
Von-Ardenne capable of evaporating up to 3 ingot sources sequentially, allowing production of multi-layered/graded coatings; 150kW max power demand, 40kV max acceleration voltage. A versatile large Electron Beam-Physical Vapour Deposition rig capable of coating multiple substrates including high pressure high temperature turbine blades for aeroengines with ceramic coatings.
Uses / Applications
Thermal barrier coating of turbine blades. New multi-layered thermal barrier coating compositions.
Specification
Electron Beam-Physical Vapour Deposition evaporator capable of depositing ceramic materials from multiple sources at temperatures up to 1000°C, in controlled oxygen pressures. Many test piece geometries. Turbine blades can be accommodated on custom fixtures.
