FOM SD 25 | Steel Series
FOM Technologies slot-die heads are meticulously designed to deliver exceptional flow properties and ease of assembly with FOM coating machines. Engineered for a diverse range of film applications, FOM slot-die heads offer an array of sizes, mass flow ratings, shim thicknesses, and stripe patterning options, providing an accessible, user-friendly platform for high-quality coatings. With a commitment to innovation, FOM slot-die heads feature a meticulously crafted lightweight design, ensuring exceptional functionality and ease of handling and installation in various industrial settings.
Applications
Our slot-die heads are designed for a wide range of applications, including but not limited to:
- Battery slurries and battery production process
- PEM Fuel Cells
- Hydrogen Fuel Cells
- Power-to-X Films
- OPV/Photovoltaic cells
- Solar Panel Technology
- OLED
- Perovskites
- Transparent Conductive Foils
- Printed Electronics (Lab-on-a-chip)
- Printed Biosensors
FOM SD 25 Features
The FOM SD 25, our smallest stainless-steel slot-die head, is engineered for universal compatibility with all FOM coating machines. FOM SD 25 caters to diverse needs with a coating width range of 1-25 mm and compatibility with viscosities ranging from 1 cP to over 100,000 cPs at 25°C. The slot-die head’s flatness tolerance on inside planes is ≤ 5 μm across its entire surface, ensuring uniform coatings. It offers threaded connections suitable for various tubing sizes in standard and high-viscosity versions. With its lightweight yet robust design and easy assembly, disassembly, and maintenance, the FOM SD 25 is a precision coating tool for efficient and reliable coating processes.
Looking for a wider slot-die head or one made of PEEK? See our full Steel Series here and PEEK Series here.
Key features
- Outstanding precise and consistent flow control
- Designed for quick and easy installation
- Steel series is available in diverse sizes and mass-flow ratings
- Flexibility with varied shim thicknesses and stripe patterning options, facilitating different film applications
- Lightweight yet durable design without compromising structural integrity or performance
- Minimizes material waste with a low dead-volume design
- Provides uniform coatings and easily customizable coating patterns with tailored shims and guides
- FOM SD 25 seamlessly integrates with all FOM coating machines
- Easy assembly, disassembly, cleaning, and maintenance create a hassle-free user experience
- Adaptable design with or without a meniscus guide for versatile coating applications
- Facilitates precise FOM alignment design for reliable shim and meniscus guide positioning
- Includes lightweight, high-quality protective flight case for shipping and storage
- Can be used for double-sided coating applications on FOM moduloR2R machine
Technical specifications
- Flatness tolerance on inside planes of FOM SD: ≤ 5 μm achieved over the entire surface
- Material: stainless-steel 1.4404 chemically passivated for high corrosion resistance
- Coating width: 1-25 mm
- Viscosity range: from 1 cP to more than 100,000 cPs at 25 °C
- Standard single manifold
- Available in standard and high-viscosity versions
- Standard viscosity: Thread for connecting tubes 1/2-20 UNF
- High viscosity: Thread for connecting tubes 1/4-28 UNF
FAQ
Can the FOM SD 25 slot-die head be used in all FOM coating machines? Yes, it is engineered for universal compatibility with all FOM Technologies coating machines.
What is the viscosity range in FOM SD 25? The viscosity range for the FOM SD 25 slot-die head is from 1 cP to over 100,000 cPs at 25°C.
For what application areas is FOM SD 25 applicable? FOM SD 25 can be used in various applications within battery manufacturing, solar and tandem solar cells, fuel cells, MedTech, printed biosensors, etc. If you are in doubt about whether our slot-die heads can be used in your research and industry, contact our experts directly.
Is the FOM SD 25 easy to assemble, disassemble, and clean? Yes, it is designed for easy assembly, disassembly, cleaning, and maintenance, providing a hassle-free user experience.
Where can I find tutorials on assembling the slot-die head? Tutorials on assembling the slot-die head can typically be found in the product manual provided by FOM Technologies. You can subscribe to our online academy for step-by-step tutorials or contact FOM Technologies for more help with assembly procedures.
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