FOM photonR2R – In-Situ Coating for Synchrotrons
The FOM photonR2R epitomizes the compactness, control, functionality, and versatility of slot-die coating machinery in thin-film research. Designed for placement within synchrotrons, it facilitates high-throughput and in-situ studies at various synchrotron beamlines. Its compact size makes it suitable for fume hood use before synchrotron experiments and it can easily be moved around. All components, software, and premium features are optimized for remote control, allowing you to optimize data collection. Offering unparalleled versatility, precision, and process reproducibility, the FOM photonR2R is ideal for a wide range of lab-scale materials and coating processes relevant to both industry and academia.
Key Features
- Roll-to-roll and sheet-to-sheet coating modes
- Uniform dry film thickness from nm to µm
- Coating width from 0.1 mm to 50 mm
- Microporous vacuum substrate holder
- Self-cleaning slot-die head system
- Automated coating via intuitive GUI
- Local storage of coating protocols
- Remote access from PC or Tablet — no local software installation required
- Integrated pump with software-controlled wet film thickness
- Designed for both rigid and flexible substrates
- Interchangeable substrate holder, tailored to user needs
- Designed for fluids up to 20,000 cP
- Seamless fume hood and glove box integration
- Remote support and troubleshooting

Specifications
| Type | Roll-to-roll / sheet-to-sheet (synchrotron) |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 650 × 160 × 550 mm |
| Weight | 22 kg |
| Standard Substrate Holder | 115 mm × 155 mm |
| Microporous Vacuum Area | 85 mm × 125 mm |
| Substrate Holder Heating | Up to 200°C |
| Coating Width | 1 mm to 50 mm |
| Coating Length | Up to 15,000 mm (flexible substrate) |
| Coating Speed | 0.01 to 5.0 m min⁻¹ |
| Slot-Die Head Heating | Up to 80°C |
| Slot-Die Compatibility | FOM SD 25 and FOM SD 50 |
| Integrated Pump | Syringe pump, 1 ml to 300 ml |
| Positioning | Fully motorized x-z |
| Power Supply | 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz, max 24 A; Type B RCD 30 mA |
| Compressed Air | 6–8 bar, 3.5 NL/s, clean and dry |
| Certifications | CE (EN 60204-1, ISO 13849-1); 2006/42/EC Annex II B; UL508A |
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