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Pneumatic Viewport Shutters

Overview of TFM Viewport Shutters

TFM viewport shutters are essential components designed to protect viewports from material deposition, ensuring optimal visibility and functionality. These shutters offer several key features that enhance their performance and reliability in demanding environments.

Key Features of TFM Viewport Shutters

  • Protection Against Deposition: The shutters effectively prevent deposition materials from accumulating on the viewports, safeguarding them from damage and maintaining clarity.
  • Safe Operation Protocol: The shutters are engineered to remain closed during deposition processes, opening only under safe conditions, which contributes to the integrity of the equipment.
  • High-Pressure Capability: They can operate at base pressures below 10^-9 Torr, making them suitable for ultra-high vacuum applications.
  • Temperature Tolerance: These shutters are bakeable up to 250°C, allowing for effective cleaning and maintenance procedures without compromising their structural integrity.

Pneumatic Features of TFM Viewport Shutters

The pneumatic mechanism of TFM viewport shutters adds another layer of functionality, ensuring efficient operation in various settings.

  • Solenoid-Operated Valve System: The shutters utilize a solenoid-operated spool valve that switches compressed gas between actuator ports. This design enables the shutters to sweep when energized and return to a closed position when de-energized (note: the solenoid is not included).
  • Adjustable Sweep Mechanism: The pneumatic actuator includes adjustable stops that allow users to fine-tune the sweep range according to specific operational needs.
  • Air Pressure Regulation: Flow regulators are integrated at each port to maintain consistent air pressure, enhancing the reliability of the system.
  • Easy Maintenance: The actuator assembly can be conveniently removed using two cap screws, facilitating bakeout processes and maintenance.
  • Maximum Input Pressure: The system operates efficiently with a maximum input air pressure of 98 psi, ensuring robust performance.

These features make TFM viewport shutters an excellent choice for environments requiring high precision and reliability, particularly in applications such as semiconductor manufacturing and research laboratories.

Ordering Table

Drawing Flange / Mounting Flange Material Actuation Type PartNumber
Tooltip DN35CF-DN40CF (2.75" OD) 304L SS Pneumatic DS275VPS-P
Tooltip DN63CF (4.50" OD) 304L SS Pneumatic DS450VPS-P
Tooltip DN100CF (6.00" OD) 304L SS Pneumatic DS600VPS-P
Tooltip DN160CF (8.00" OD) 304L SS Pneumatic DS800VPS-P

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FAQ

Sputtering targets are materials used in thin-film deposition processes to create coatings on substrates. They are used in industries like semiconductors, optics, photovoltaics, and electronics.

Evaporation materials are used in Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) processes, where materials are heated and evaporated to form a thin film on a substrate. These are critical for applications in optics, wear protection, and decorative coatings.

Boat crucibles are used as containers for evaporation materials during PVD processes. They help to uniformly evaporate materials onto the substrate for thin film formation.

Sputtering uses energetic particles to eject material from a target, while evaporation involves heating a material until it vaporizes and deposits on a substrate. Both are common methods in Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) for creating thin films.

Consider the material composition, purity, target size, and application-specific requirements such as the thickness and uniformity of the film.

Yes, we offer customized sputtering targets, evaporation materials, and crucibles to meet specific customer requirements for size, material composition, and purity.

Yes, we can assist in selecting the most suitable material based on your application, whether it’s for optical coatings, semiconductor fabrication, or decorative finishes.

Yes, we offer both bulk and small quantities of sputtering targets, evaporation materials, and spherical powders to support research, prototyping, and development projects.

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