AL235
What is the Alpha Plasma System AL 235?
The Alpha Plasma System AL 235 is a robust, high-capacity aluminium-chamber plasma solution designed for enhanced ergonomics and automation in demanding R&D and production environments. IES represents Alpha Plasma in the UK, Benelux, Ireland, and Scandinavia, supplying, installing, and supporting the AL235 for customers across these regions.
How does the AL 235 build on the AL-series?
It elevates the AL-series by integrating features that simplify sample handling and processing, improving on earlier AL-series systems in both ergonomics and automation. Key features include an automated door system — a motorised or automated door mechanism for more efficient, safe, and user-friendly loading and unloading of substrates — and adjustable work height, with a working surface designed to accommodate operators of varying heights and reduce repetitive strain.
What large-scale processing capability does it offer?
The AL235 builds on the AL-series' reputation for handling larger substrate sizes, leveraging aluminium chamber construction for durability and effective process control.
What applications is the AL 235 suited for?
The AL 235 is ideal for medium-to-large format applications across industries including semiconductors, electronics, solar, and plastics.
Where can I buy or get support for the Alpha Plasma System AL 235 in the UK?
As Alpha Plasma's representative in the UK, Benelux, Ireland, and Scandinavia, IES provides sales, installation, and engineering support for the AL235 and the wider Alpha Plasma equipment portfolio.
Key Features:
Automated Door System
- Incorporates a motorised or automated door mechanism for more efficient, safe, and user-friendly loading and unloading of substrates.
Adjustable Work Height
- Designed with an adjustable working surface to accommodate operators of varying heights and reduce repetitive strain, improving ergonomics and workflow.
Large-Scale Processing Capability
- Builds on the AL-series’ reputation for handling larger substrate sizes, leveraging aluminum chamber construction for durability and effective process control.
Technical Data:
- Dimensions: L: 1200mm W: 2700mm H: 1850mm
- Weight: 380 KG
- Volume: 235 Liter
- Process chamber: L: 650 W: 650 H: 550
- Microwave output: 2,45 GHz / 1200 and 1450 Watt
- Inclusive: 1 gas channel (gas distribution system inside the process chamber), up to 3 channels available
- Substrate holder (optional): aluminium, custom design possible
- Vacuum connection: DN 100 ISO-K
- Venting: electromagnetic solenoid valve
- Pump system: 50 -600 m³/h process-dependent
- Chamber door: Automatic door
Applications:
- Semiconductor / wafer processing / packaging – for wafers, modules or maybe large substrates needing plasma treatment. The AL series is explicitly targeted at semiconductor/solar/plastics/electronics industries.
- Electronics / PCBs / module manufacturing – larger boards or modules (e.g., for IoT, automotive electronics) needing surface prep/coating.
- Solar / photovoltaics – large flat substrates, cleaning/activation of solar cell modules or components prior to assembly or coating. The AL‐series mention solar in their brochure.
- Plastics / polymer components – when you have larger plastic parts or assemblies that need plasma-treatment (cleaning, activation) before coating or bonding.
- Automotive / aerospace components – When there are large parts (sensor modules, assemblies) requiring good surface condition before protective coatings or bonding. The automatic door and larger chamber make it more compatible with such applications.
- Medical / harsh‐environment coatings – If you have moderate to large size parts requiring ultra-clean surfaces or special coatings (e.g., conformal coatings, parylene) then this system is a good fit.