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System for plasma treating a plastic component

US7981219B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 12, 2006
Grant dateJul 19, 2011
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Expiry dateJun 5, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C2059/145
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system is provided for plasma treating a plastic component having an exterior surface and an inside surface. The system comprises at least one fixture. The fixture includes a support structure, a plurality of locating features, and a plurality of holding devices which cooperate to position a portion of the exterior surface to within a specified tolerance. The system further comprises at least one APAP nozzle configured to move relative to the exterior surface along a path, wherein the APAP nozzle directs a plasma jet onto the portion producing a functionalized polymer layer covering the portion.

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