Application insights from slot-die coating research
Our technical work spans a broad range of applications, from novel photovoltaic devices to next-generation batteries, fuel cells, medical diagnostics, and printed electronics. The Insights blog explains how slot-die coating applies in each of these fields, for readers who are new to the method and for those already using it, and how to develop and scale your work with high-quality slot-die tools.
Calendering Study on PFAS-free, water-based, high-energy electrodes
Leclanché SA tested a FOM standalone calendering unit to prepare anodes and cathodes for a new battery cell chemistry. The accompanying poster presents results on calendered, PFAS-free, water-based electrodes.
Film uniformity in PEDOT:PSS coatings: why it matters and how to achieve it
Low-viscosity PEDOT:PSS is difficult to coat evenly over large areas. This article explains why film uniformity drives device performance and how the FOM alphaSC achieved below 5% thickness variation on 300 × 300 mm substrates.
Slot-die technology meets scalable green hydrogen production
Water electrolysis must become more efficient and durable for green hydrogen to scale. This article reviews electrode and membrane design strategies and how slot-die coating supports the path from sheet-based development to roll-to-roll pilot production.
Enhancing slot-die coating with AI and custom-engineered tools
University of Washington PhD candidate Ethan Schwartz describes his motorized air knife, his use of machine learning to optimize coating parameters, and how he transfers spin-coated perovskite recipes to slot-die coating on the FOM alphaSC.
How slot-die coating with FOM is advancing OPVs
A study published in APL Energy compares layer-by-layer and bulk heterojunction organic photovoltaics coated on the FOM alphaSC. Both architectures reached power conversion efficiencies of up to 15.24%.
Scaling up Power-to-X
Membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs) are central to electrolysis, yet conventional fabrication is slow to scale. This article reviews research on roll-to-roll and sheet-based slot-die coating of catalyst layers and complete MEAs.
Slot-die coating for power generation
Triboelectric generators convert mechanical motion into electricity and depend on engineered polymer films. This article introduces how they work and why slot-die coating suits the deposition of those polymer layers.
Possible business models for H2 up to 2045
This article identifies the actors in the hydrogen value chain that must adapt their business models to remain relevant by 2045, with a focus on road transport and heavy-duty, long-haul vehicles.
Accelerating battery innovations
Battery R&D must consider scalability early. This article discusses how piloting, early engagement with industry, and research on upscaling help bridge the gap between lab-scale discovery and commercial battery production.