Crystal Mark introduces conformal coating removal system

摘要

Crystal Mark Inc. in Glendale, Calif., has released its Turbo-Max CCR tabletop workstation for removing conformal coatings from components and printed circuit boards. Rather than using chemicals, the system employs micro-abrasive blasting to remove the coatings. Micro-abrasive blasting combines very fine particles and compressed air with a nozzle to focus on the area to be cleaned. Environmentally friendly Carbo Blast media safely and selectively removes most types of conformal coatings, including: acrylics, epoxy, silicones, polyurethanes, and parylene without causing mechanical or ESD damage. Sodium bicarbonate, walnut shell, and plastic media can also be used. An operator can switch between white and ultraviolet light for coatings that have UV identifiers.