[labnetwork] Information request: PVD reactor based on LAFAD technology

[Aju Jugessur]

Dear all,

I am reaching out to the community to get some feedback on facilities that may have a plasma-enhanced PVD reactor based on large area filtered arc deposition (LAFAD) technology, for surface engineering and deposition of various thin and thick film coatings and surface modifications. I am attaching a flyer that contains some of the technical information and the model under consideration is LAFAD 600C and the original manufacturer is ARCOMAC.
I would like to obtain some information and your perspectives on the following (if you have any model from this manufacturer)


  1.  Maintenance/repairs and issues with the instrument
  2.  Availability of parts and any third-party services on the instrument
  3.  Estimated usage (hrs)/year
  4.  Diversity of application areas of the technology
  5.  Any other comments and concerns

Since I am not familiar with this specific instrument, I would be grateful for any information, advice and perspectives that you may share with me. You may contact me directly or let me know as I can also call you as well.

Thanks so much,
Regards
Aju









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