UV masking for high value components from Intertronics

In addition to aircraft components like turbine blades the DYMAX SpeedMask range of UV curable resin maskants from Intertronics is highly suitable for processes such as acid stripping, laser ablating and surface plating on medical implants including replacement hip and knee components and for other high precision items which have accumulated a large input value prior to finishing.

UV curable aerobic acrylics take seconds to cure instead of hours so curing bottlenecks are eliminated, resulting in significant productivity gains. They are worker and environmentally friendly and do not contain solvents, eliminating special handling requirements and costly ventilation systems. Minimal capital investment is required, so investment in an average UV curing system is typically recovered in the first year of operation, or sooner. UV systems are easily integrated into automated production with many options for adhesive dispensing including bead placement, dip, spray, pad print or screen print.

This compares with traditional masking methods including tapes, waxes, boots & caps, and lacquers, all of which have significant downsides whether in terms of speed/accuracy of application or of ventilation etc.

Application of DYMAX SpeedMask UV maskants is straightforward and curing achieved with a suitable UV lamp. Removal is equally simply achieved by burn-off, peel or water soluble action dependant upon the demands of the surface process involved