Material science is a critical and rapidly-evolving facet of the manufacturing sector. This is more
so the case with electronics manufacturing. An in-depth understanding of materials and their
properties has become necessary to determine and improve the functionality, efficiency, and
durability of electronic devices.
One such commonly studied property is the interaction of materials with liquids, particularly
water. For testing the wettability properties of solid substrates, the contact angle meter, also
referred to as water contact angle meter, is a preferred device. This versatile instrument
provides insights into the cleanliness levels of surfaces, which is a key determinant of adhesion.
The long-term performance of electronic devices often depends on how well surfaces adhere to
each other. Poor adhesion can lead to problems such as corrosion, electrical malfunctions, and
premature product failure.
Most cases of poor adhesion arise from inadequately prepared surfaces where contamination
causes improper wetting and leads to substandard performance. For instance, if a surface isn’t
clean enough, coatings may not adhere effectively, thereby impacting the functioning and durability of the product. By evaluating the contact angle of water on surfaces such as glass, aluminum, copper, or Teflon, manufacturers can ensure surfaces are free from contamination and sufficiently prepared for optimal bonding.
Kyowa Interface Science is a pioneer manufacturer of water contact angle meters with a model range specially designed for the electronics industry. These models are equipped with the following features which make them well suited for the electronics industry.
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