LabTEC-X

Corona Lab System

LabTEC-X

Corona Lab System

LabTEC-X product description

LabTEC-X is a corona system that has been adapted for use in a laboratory setting. The generator provided with this system has been adapted to provide tighter control as the system is used as a test device. The system is strictly manual to ensure that this will be a safe addition to any laboratory. You can easily treat a variety of parts by holding the insulated handle of the electrode.

Adhesive bonding and finishing of moulded and extruded parts made of polyethylene, polypropylene, TPO and EPDM are constant manufacturing problems. Medical laboratory products made of polystyrene have poor wettability and poor cell attatchment.

Corona surface treatment is a modification of polymer surfaces with electrical discharge at atmospheric pressure.

The corona process creates the necessary polar functional groups on the polymer surface, which promote adhesion and wettability. Tantec’s bench top LabTEC-X is specially designed for treatment of small polymer parts.

This includes both three-dimensional parts and films. The LabTEC-X is specially configured for R&D lab and proof of concept work. This system consists of a high-frequency power generator and a treating station with high-voltage transformer integrated into the station. The high-voltage transformer steps up the output signal from the generator to produce the high frequency. 

Comes as a package
The unit is a complete package: Generator, remote control, cables, LAB station, ball and wire electrode. Transformer type is HT-X01-28: 28 kW.

A ceramic electrode is available as an option.  

FAQ

What is LabTEC-X used for?

LabTEC-X is used for laboratory testing and corona treatment of small polymer parts, films and 3D components.

Why use LabTEC-X in a laboratory?

LabTEC-X makes it possible to test and validate surface treatment before moving into full-scale production.

Which materials can LabTEC-X treat?

LabTEC-X can treat materials such as polyethylene, polypropylene, TPO, EPDM, polystyrene and other polymer materials.

How does LabTEC-X improve adhesion?

LabTEC-X modifies the polymer surface with corona discharge, creating better conditions for adhesion, bonding and wettability.

Can LabTEC-X be used for R&D?

Yes. LabTEC-X is specially configured for R&D, laboratory testing and proof-of-concept work.

Can LabTEC-X treat 3D parts?

Yes. LabTEC-X is designed for small polymer parts, including both three-dimensional components and films.

Is LabTEC-X a manual system?

Yes. LabTEC-X is a manual bench-top system where the operator treats the part using an insulated electrode handle.

Can LabTEC-X be delivered as a standard or customized solution?

LabTEC-X is a standard complete laboratory package, with optional electrode configurations for different materials, part geometries and test requirements.