Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # QC Electronics QC Electronics ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://qcelectronics.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [QC Electronics Blog](https://qcelectronics.com/qc-electronics-blog/) - [Wiman Corporation Installs Third QC Corona Treatment System](https://qcelectronics.com/wiman-corporation-installs-third-qc-corona-treatment-system/) - Wiman installed its third QC Electronics corona treatment system, citing reliability, ease of operation and responsive customer support. - [QC Electronics Film Corona Treaters: The Future of Precise Film Treatment](https://qcelectronics.com/qc-electronics-film-corona-treaters/) - In the world of film production, achieving the optimal surface energy is crucial to ensure that the film is of high quality and is able to perform as intended. That's why it is important to have reliable and precise film corona treaters that can help achieve the desired surface energy levels. QC Electronics is a - [Secrets to Successful Corona Treatment](https://qcelectronics.com/secrets-to-successful-corona-treatment/) - Explore how corona treatment prepares polymers for adhesion, how surface energy correlates to a good bond, forms of measurement, and common pitfalls to avoid. - [Dyne Testing Procedure](https://qcelectronics.com/dyne-testing-procedure/) - Follow this procedure to ensure successful dyne testing polymer substrates. What you will need: Safety equipment: gloves and safety goggles should be used to ensure no contact is made with skin or eyes Sterile eye-dropper or small cap to place the liquid Cotton swab for application to material Step by step: Wet the very tip - [Understanding the Differences between Corona Treatment and Plasma Treatment](https://qcelectronics.com/understanding-the-differences-between-corona-treatment-and-plasma-treatment/) - Corona treatment and plasma treatment are two popular surface modification processes used in various industries to improve the adhesion and performance of coatings on substrates. Both processes are effective in increasing the surface energy of materials and promoting adhesion, but they differ in their mechanism of action, applications, and advantages. In this blog post, we - [Installing New Ceramic Electrodes](https://qcelectronics.com/installing-new-electrodes/) - If you have corona treater and need to install a new ceramic electrode, follow these tips from QC Electronics to ensure your success. When installing your new electrodes: Trim the electrode lead to your desired length. Make sure the electrode high voltage wires DO NOT touch metal or another control wire. Make sure the electrode - [Selecting a Corona Treatment System](https://qcelectronics.com/selecting-a-corona-treatment-system/) - Corona treatment is a widely accepted and popular method of modifying the surface characteristics of paper, film, and foil to enable them to more readily accept inks, coatings and adhesives. The number of applications that benefit from corona treatment is limitless as more and more applications are discovered. QC Electronics views each application as unique. - [Wettability and Corona Treatment](https://qcelectronics.com/wettability-and-corona-treatment/) - Corona treatment is a surface modification process that uses a plasma and flame corona field to increase a material’s surface free energy and wettability thus increasing adhesion. The wettability of your material is important when bonding, coating, or printing. What links surface free energy and wettability you ask? Think about it this way. Liquids take - [Seamless Press Integration for Narrow Web Processes](https://qcelectronics.com/seamless-press-integration-for-narrow-web-processes/) - QC Electronics, Inc. designs and manufactures a complete line of corona treatment equipment. Our corona treaters are used for the surface treatment of papers, films, and foils to increase surface energy thus improving adhesion of inks, glue, lacquers, and coatings. Seamless Press Integration for Narrow Web Processes In this blog post, we will be highlighting - [Corona Treatment Lab for Printing and Adhesion Advice](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treatment-lab/) - QC Electronics has established an elite corona treatment laboratory for the corona treatment of samples, extensive material analysis and consultation. QC's laboratory consists of a brand new 48" QC sheet corona treatment system (converts to bare roll or covered roll depending on application), top-of-the-line material characteristic measurement devices for pre and post-treatment material analysis, and - [The Truth about Dyne Pens](https://qcelectronics.com/the-truth-about-dyne-pens/) - Attending industry trade shows has given me a lot of insight into the printing industry and the lack of knowledge in achieving a guaranteed bond. My experience in manufacturing has shown that small errors can lead to excruciating losses. The misunderstanding and mismeasurement of characteristics required for a guaranteed bond is one of those dangerous - [Corona Treater Maintenance](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treater-maintenance/) - As with any industrial equipment, a good maintenance schedule helps extend the lifespan of the treater and lower the rate of expensive service costs. A good maintenance schedule includes: Cleaning and lubricating treater rolls. Remove material deposits with a good industrial cleaner. Remove deposits from electrode insulators regularly to prevent buildup of conductive material. Clean - [What is Bump Treating?](https://qcelectronics.com/what-is-bump-treating/) - The process of converting raw materials into finished products involves several stages, including web handling and converting. During these processes, the surface energy of the web can become reduced, leading to poor printability and adhesion. To counteract this issue, a technique called "bump treating" is commonly used in the industry to increase the surface energy - [Metal Surface Treatment](https://qcelectronics.com/metal-surface-treatment/) - Metal surface treatment is a crucial process that enhances the adhesion, durability, and performance of coatings applied to metal substrates. One of the most important metal surface treatment methods is corona treatment, which increases the surface energy of the substrate and promotes adhesion of coatings. In this blog post, we will discuss how corona treatment - [Plasma Treatment for Adhesive Tape Applications](https://qcelectronics.com/adhesive-tape-application-plasma-treatment/) - Pictured is QC's plasma treatment system designed for extruded rubber, specifically adhesive tape applications. Stronger Bonds with Plasma Treatment In the world of adhesive tape application, achieving a strong and durable bond is critical. The surface preparation of extruded rubber plays a pivotal role in ensuring optimal adhesion. QC Electronics is proud to introduce our - [How QC Electronics' Corona Treaters Solve Common Industry Pain Points](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters-solving-pain-points/) - Are you struggling with finding the right corona treater to improve your material's surface tension? Look no further than QC Electronics. As a leading manufacturer in the corona treatment industry, we understand the pain points that our customers face and have tailored our equipment to solve them. In this blog post, we'll discuss some of - [Basics of Web Corona Treaters](https://qcelectronics.com/basics-of-web-corona-treaters/) - Surface treatment definition: “The modification of the surface to increase surface tensions resulting in better bonds of ink, glues and laminates.” Corona treatment is a web surface preparation process that applies corona discharge to a substrate to raise the surface energy to a compatible level with inks, glues, and lacquers to allow a better bond. - [Surface Modification with Corona Treatment](https://qcelectronics.com/surface-modification-with-corona-treatment/) - When we want to stick two things together, sometimes it can be difficult to get plastic to stick to other materials. To solve this problem, we use a technique called surface modification, which changes the surface of the plastic to make it stick better. To modify the surface, we can add certain chemicals or create - [Custom Corona Treaters for Unique Applications](https://qcelectronics.com/custom-corona-treaters-for-unique-applications/) - Are you struggling to find a corona treater that can handle your unique application or substrate? If you're in the manufacturing industry, you know how important it is to have the right equipment for your specific needs. When it comes to corona treatment, there are many options available, but sometimes a standard corona treater just - [Lab Corona Treaters: Why Control and Precision Matter](https://qcelectronics.com/lab-corona-treaters-why-control-and-precision-matter/) - Lab corona treaters are essential for material verification and research and development purposes. However, not all laboratory corona treaters are created equal. Some of the disadvantages of various lab corona treaters on the market include the lack of control of line speed and precise treatment levels for documentation. Many lab corona treaters on the market - [How to Know if You Need a Corona Treater](https://qcelectronics.com/how-to-know-if-you-need-a-corona-treater/) - In the world of converting and printing, ensuring proper adhesion is crucial for product quality. One technology that has been a game-changer in achieving this is the corona treater. But how do you know if your production process requires one? In this article, we'll explore the signs that indicate it might be time to consider - [What Is Corona Treatment? A Complete Guide for Adhesion in Flexible Packaging](https://qcelectronics.com/what-is-corona-treatment/) - What is corona treatment? Discover how this surface activation process improves adhesion, print quality, and product performance in packaging and plastics. - [Fundamentals of a Covered Roll Corona Treater](https://qcelectronics.com/fundamentals-of-a-covered-roll-corona-treater/) - In this article we will discuss the fundamental properties of a covered roll corona treater, as well as best practices for placement. - [Easy Tips for Cleaning Ceramic Coated Rolls: Extend Lifespan and Maintain Efficiency](https://qcelectronics.com/easy-tips-for-cleaning-ceramic-coated-rolls-extend-lifespan-and-maintain-efficiency/) - Cleaning your corona treater's ceramic coated rolls regularly is a simple yet effective way to maximize the lifespan of your coating and corona treater. - [QC Electronics Celebrates a Record Year](https://qcelectronics.com/qc-electronics-celebrates-a-record-year/) - If we had to choose a word to sum up 2024, what would it be? Excitement. We are filled with gratitude as we announce that we had a record number of corona treatment systems ship out the door in 2024. We accredit the success to a passionate team dedicated to our customers and our brand. - [Corona Treatment Crash Course: Printing on Polymers](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treatment-crash-course-printing-on-polymers/) - Learn how corona treatment supports printing on polymers and what your ink's chemistry says about its ability to bond with the polymer. ## Pages - [Home Page - QC Electronics](https://qcelectronics.com/) - High-performance corona treaters engineered to improve adhesion, reduce downtime, and support demanding printing, coating, and laminating operations. - [Corona Treaters](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters/) - QC Electronics manufactures high-performance corona treaters with patented technology. Raise surface energy with precision treatment. Free lab testing. Made in USA. - [Applications](https://qcelectronics.com/applications/) - Corona treatment is utilized in a wide range of processes and substrates to increase adhesion and printability. - [Support](https://qcelectronics.com/support-2/) - [Consulting](https://qcelectronics.com/consulting/) - Technical corona treatment consulting for new installations, existing systems, and multi-brand environments—all from a dedicated corona treatment OEM. - [Bare Roll Corona Treaters](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters/bare-roll-corona-treaters/) - QC Electronics Advantage Bare Roll corona treater. For printing, coating, laminating, and extrusion. Continuous 24/7 duty. Made in USA. - [Events](https://qcelectronics.com/events/) - [About Us](https://qcelectronics.com/about-us/) - Discover the story of QC Electronics - a family-owned corona treater manufacturer founded in 1988. Built on hard work, integrity, and American craftsmanship. - [Ceramic Electrodes](https://qcelectronics.com/services/ceramic-electrodes/) - Replacement ceramic electrodes for any corona treater. World's most comprehensive inventory of corona treater ceramic electrodes. 3-day lead time. Made in USA. - [Corona Treater Rolls](https://qcelectronics.com/services/corona-treater-rolls/) - New corona treater rolls, strip & recoat, and silicone sleeving for any brand. Ceramic, epoxy, and elastomer coverings. Guaranteed performance. - [Lab Testing](https://qcelectronics.com/services/lab-testing/) - Ship your substrate to QC Electronics for free corona treatment lab testing and receive detailed reports with system sizing and configuration recommendations. - [Power Supplies](https://qcelectronics.com/power-supplies/) - [Coating & Laminating](https://qcelectronics.com/applications/corona-treaters-coating-laminating/) - QC Electronics corona treaters deliver reliable bond strength for coating and laminating applications. Custom-configured to your line. - [Specialty](https://qcelectronics.com/applications/specialty/) - [Research & Development](https://qcelectronics.com/applications/research-development/) - [Cast and Blown Film Extrusion](https://qcelectronics.com/applications/extrusion/) - QC corona treaters are the top choice for cast and blown film extruders for their robust build and ultra reliability. - [Narrow Web](https://qcelectronics.com/applications/narrow-web-corona-treaters/) - [Printing and Labeling](https://qcelectronics.com/applications/corona-treaters-for-printing/) - [FAQ](https://qcelectronics.com/faq/) - Corona treatment FAQ: answers on dyne levels, equipment selection, maintenance & more. From QC Electronics—US manufacturer, 38+ years of experience. - [Contact](https://qcelectronics.com/contact/) - [Narrow Web Corona Treater](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters/narrow-web-corona-treaters/) - Your secret weapon to quality products backed by unmatched reliability and performance. Elevate your production with QC's Advantage Narrow Web Corona Treater. - [Covered Roll Corona Treaters](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters/tnt-corona-treater/) - [Vacuum Table](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters/vacuum-table/) - [Watt Density Calculator](https://qcelectronics.com/watt-density-calculator/) - Calculate watt density for corona treatment applications with QC Electronics' watt density calculator. - [Lab Corona Treater](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters/lab-corona-treater/) - Eliminate guesswork with QC Electronics' Docu-Dyne lab corona treater. A small footprint benchtop corona treater to collect data as you prepare to scale up production. - [Why QC](https://qcelectronics.com/why-qc/) - [Contract Corona Treatment](https://qcelectronics.com/services/contract-corona-treatment/) - Precise contract corona treatment to your target dyne level. Verified adhesion, fast turnaround, and OEM expertise from QC Electronics. - [Corona Treaters for Converting Applications](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters-for-converting-applications/) - [Web Corona Treaters](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters/web-corona-treaters/) - [Sheet Corona Treater](https://qcelectronics.com/corona-treaters/sheet-corona-treaters/) - Unlock peak performance with the Advantage Sheet Corona Treater. 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Our plasma treaters are designed to enhance the surface energy of the substrate to promote better adhesion and print quality. - [Careers](https://qcelectronics.com/careers/) - [Film Extrusion](https://qcelectronics.com/film-extrusion/) - [Ozone Destruction](https://qcelectronics.com/ozone-destruction/) - [Our Services](https://qcelectronics.com/our-services/) - [Newsletter](https://qcelectronics.com/newsletter-signup/) - [Privacy Policy](https://qcelectronics.com/privacy/) - [Services](https://qcelectronics.com/services/) ## Products - [Corona Treater Silicone Sleeve](https://qcelectronics.com/product/corona-treater-silicone-sleeve/) - QC Electronics offers top-tier silicone sleeves for corona treaters, designed to deliver exceptional dielectric strength and thermal stability. Trusted by leading manufacturers, our silicone sleeves are compatible with all major corona treater brands, making them the ideal choice for replacement or upgrade. Important Note: When sleeves are ordered for replacement, please specify total length 10% larger than the face of the roll.