THIN FILM DEPOSITION TOOL Kurt J Lesker Co.

Clairton, Pa.

AXXIS is a modular thin film dep- osition tool, which can be easily expanded and reconfigured. The tool can support processes, which include sputtering, thermal evap- oration, electron beam evapora- tion, PECVD plasma, ion clean- ing, and others. It is capable of heating, cooling, and rotating a variety of substrates and is offered in both manual and com- puter-controlled versions.

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MlCROABBASlVE BLASTING LATHE Comco Inc.

Burbank, Calif:

Comco Inc. has introduced the SP1200 Micro-Abrading Lathe, which combines the rotation characteristics of a traditional

lathe with the latest advances in micro-abrasive blasting technol- ogy. The system is ideally suited for abrading a wide variety of machined parts that require pre- cision material removal, selec- tive cleaning, deburring, or sur- face preparation with pinpoint accuracy. The SP1200 features a DirectFlo microabrasive blaster and a self-contained worksta- tion. The system delivers a pow- erful stream of abrasive in a fully programmable pattern to ensure the high degree a repeatability and control that is essential in semiautomated pro- duction environments. The lathe spindle can be programmed to operate in step or indexed

motions as well as in continuous rotation. The unit uses quick- connect interchangeable nozzle arrays, eliminating the need to have separate machines for dif- ferent applications

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POWER SUPPLY FOR CHROMIUM PLATING Process Electronics Corp.

Gastonia, N.C.

Process Electronics Corp. has developed a product that specifi- cally addresses the needs of chromium platers. The Monopolarizer provides precise control of the electric current used in the plating process to improve consistency and quality. The Monopolarizer effectively eliminates plating interruptions due to ripple currents at a far lower cost than other tech- niques. It solves passivation and peeling issues caused by ripple without the high cost of filters by using a combination of elec- tronic devices to maintain cur- rent integrity and eliminate rip- ple problems.

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IMMERSION TUBE BURNER Eclipse Inc.

Rockford, Ill.

The Eclipse IPOlO ImmersoPak Burner is now available for firing

into lo-in. diameter immersion tubes. The new burner has a 3-

million Btu/hr input and is designed to replace the IP140 Model. ImmersoPaks are nozzle- mixing burners complete with a packaged combustion air blower. They are easy to install, simple to operate, and offer long service life in industrial environments. They are ideal for heating immersion tubes on cleaning tanks, spray washers, salt baths, quenching tanks, and similar equipment.

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MBUIL ANAWZER Spectra Analytical Instruments Inc.

Fitchburg, Mass.

Spectra Analytical Instruments has introduced a new benchtop spectrometer for use in factories,

shops, and production laborato- ries. The Spectromax Benchtop Metal Analyzer is an ideal solu- tion for diverse manufacturing applications such as incoming material inspection, in-process quality assurance, alloy grade verification, component testing for trace elements, and quality of semifinished and finished goods. Exceptionally compact and easy to use, the analyzer provides vir- tually the same accuracy, speed, and flexibility as full-sized, higher priced analyzers.

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