FOM SD 50 | 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 Steel Series slot-die heads come in various 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 50 Features
The FOM SD 50 is our compact stainless-steel slot-die head designed to work seamlessly with all FOM coating machines. It meets diverse requirements with a coating width range of 1-50 mm and supports viscosities from 1 cP to over 100,000 cPs at 25°C. The slot-die head maintains an inside plane flatness tolerance of ≤ 5 μm across its entire surface, ensuring consistent coatings. It features threaded connections compatible with various tubing sizes in both standard and high-viscosity types. With its lightweight yet sturdy design and ease of assembly, disassembly, and maintenance, the FOM SD 50 provides a precise solution for efficient and dependable coating operations.
Would you like a slot-die head in another size or one made of PEEK? Have a look at our full Steel Series 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
- 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: 1-50 mm
- Viscosity range: from 1 cP to more than 100,000 cPs at 25 °C
- Standard single manifold
- Available as standard and high-viscosity
- 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 50 slot-die head be used in all FOM coating machines? Yes, the FOM SD 50 is engineered for universal compatibility with all FOM Technologies coating machines.
What is the viscosity range in FOM SD 50? The viscosity range for the FOM SD 50 slot-die head is from 1 cP to over 100,000 cPs at 25°C.
For what application areas is FOM SD 50 applicable? FOM SD 50 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 50 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. Additionally, you can subscribe to our online academy for step-by-step tutorials or contact FOM Technologies for further assistance regarding how to assemble the slot-die heads.
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