Plasma technology is used to change the surfaces of many different materials. It is more environmentally friendly compared to wet cleaning and etching due to less waste disposal.

The following is a list of various uses of plasma technology:

• Remove organic and inorganic contaminants
• Increase wettability and adhesion
• Increase bond strength
• Remove residue

One example of using plasma technology, specifically plasma etching, is gluing plastics. Plastics are normally difficult to lacquer or glue.

However, with plasma etching, the surface area of the plastic can be increased and its microstructure changes, resulting in a better bonding between the plastic and the adhesive.

The medical, manufacturing, and electronic industries benefit from plasma etching to make reliable and durable products. A plasma etching process is essential in medical industries because medical equipment like catheters and filters need to be safe and sterile.

Manufacturing companies want clean and oxide-free surfaces on the metals prior to gluing or bonding. In the electronics industry, printed circuit boards often need to be plasma etched prior to soldering.