- #1
DiveshAggarwal
- 2
- 0
Can someone help me with the method for performing nano-coating on glass like substrate
Help with depositing a Nano coating on a glass-like substrate please
Click For Summary
Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around methods for depositing a nano-coating, specifically Indium/Tin/Oxide (ITO), on glass or acrylic substrates. Participants explore various techniques, equipment, and considerations for achieving a uniform coating suitable for heating applications.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
- Experimental/applied
Main Points Raised
- One participant requests assistance with the method for nano-coating on a glass-like substrate.
- Another participant asks for more details regarding the type of coating, material, thickness, and purity to provide better assistance.
- A participant shares links to resources on evaporation and chemical vapor deposition, mentioning costs associated with renting equipment for coating.
- A participant expresses interest in the most economical method for ITO coating on a glass/acrylic surface, specifying the thickness and temperature range for the intended application.
- One participant suggests that sputter deposition may be the best method for achieving consistent ultra-thin coatings, contingent on the coating being suitable for sputtering.
- A participant clarifies that ITO is a semi-transparent metallic coating used for RF shielding and as a resistive heating element, noting the need for vacuum equipment and experience for the process.
- Suggestions are made to consider local service companies or universities that may have the necessary equipment for coating.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express varying opinions on the best method for coating, with some advocating for sputter deposition while others highlight the importance of specific equipment and expertise. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the optimal approach and equipment for the task.
Contextual Notes
Participants mention various methods and equipment without reaching a consensus on the best approach. The discussion includes assumptions about the suitability of different coating techniques and the availability of resources.
- #2
berkeman
Admin
- 69,379
- 24,725
Welcome to PF. 
What kind of coating? What material? How thick? What purity? The more information that you can give us, the better we can help you.
What kind of coating? What material? How thick? What purity? The more information that you can give us, the better we can help you.
- #3
Tom.G
Science Advisor
Gold Member
- 5,661
- 4,506
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evaporation_(deposition)
(above, and many more, from:
https://www.google.com/search?&q=evaporator+to+make+integrated+circuit)
https://www.cvdequipment.com/
(above, and many more, from:
https://www.google.com/search?&q=chemical+vapor+deposition+equipment)
If you are looking to just rent some time on an evaporator, a small one starts around $300 per hour, plus training.
Cheers,
Tom
(above, and many more, from:
https://www.google.com/search?&q=evaporator+to+make+integrated+circuit)
https://www.cvdequipment.com/
(above, and many more, from:
https://www.google.com/search?&q=chemical+vapor+deposition+equipment)
If you are looking to just rent some time on an evaporator, a small one starts around $300 per hour, plus training.
Cheers,
Tom
- #4
DiveshAggarwal
- 2
- 0
Thanks a lot for your replies. I am looking for the most economical method of ito coating on glass/acrylic surface in a uniform way. The thickness of the glass surface will be 3-5mm, and we will using this project for making heating plates from 35 degree celsius to 120 degree celsius.
Any insight will be very helpful
Any insight will be very helpful
- #5
Solid-Statist
- 12
- 5
From what I understand, you can't beat sputter deposition for consistent ultra-thin coatings...
...assuming your coating can indeed be 'sputtered', of course. What type of coating are you using?
...assuming your coating can indeed be 'sputtered', of course. What type of coating are you using?
- #6
Tom.G
Science Advisor
Gold Member
- 5,661
- 4,506
Solid-Statist said:
"ito" = Indium/Tin/Oxide. A semi-transparent metallic coating often used for RF shielding on instrument faceplates, and as a resistive heating element.DiveshAggarwal said:
Here in the U.S.A, there are service companies that are usually hired to do the coating. It is done in a vacuum and requires some rather expensive equipment and experience.
Maybe there is a large University nearby that has the equipment or knows where it can be done.
I just typed ito coating into Google and found many results.
Please let us know what you decide on doing.
Cheers,
Tom
Similar threads
- · Replies 1 ·
- · Replies 2 ·
- · Replies 27 ·
- · Replies 1 ·
- · Replies 2 ·