High-Speed Slot Die Coating Line for Perovskite & Tandem Solar Panels – Fully Customizable Atmosphere Control
Production Line Composition
- Glovebox-integrated infeed (for moisture-sensitive coatings)
- Ultrasonic cleaning & plasma treatment
- Slot die coating head with active gap stabilization (air bearing optional)
- Multi-channel liquid delivery system (up to 4 materials)
- Nitrogen-purged drying chamber with uniform airflow
- In-line annealing station (hot plate or IR)
- Thickness & uniformity optical inspection
- Automated panel sorting (pass/fail)
- Central ESD-safe control system
Product Overview
This high-speed slot die coating line is optimized for next-generation photovoltaic technologies (perovskite, organic PV, tandem cells). The entire coating-to-drying path can be enclosed in a nitrogen atmosphere with O₂/H₂O < 1 ppm, preventing degradation of sensitive precursors.
The slot die features piezo-actuated gap control that responds in milliseconds to substrate waviness, ensuring ultra-smooth films (Rq < 5 nm). The line handles both rigid glass and flexible polymer sheets. Full customization is available for die shape (tapered, convex), solvent compatibility, and encapsulation lamination integration.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Value (Standard) |
Customizable Range |
| Environment |
Ambient (class 1000) |
N₂ glovebox (O₂/H₂O < 0.1 ppm) |
| Substrate width |
1200 mm |
100 - 2400 mm |
| Coating velocity |
0.5 - 10 m/min |
0.1 - 25 m/min (super-slow for viscous inks) |
| Wet film precision |
±0.5 µm (at 10 µm target) |
±0.2 µm (with active vibration damping) |
| Die lip material |
Tungsten carbide |
DLC / diamond-coated / custom alloy |
| Settling time after speed change |
< 2 sec |
< 0.5 sec (with feedforward control) |
| Max temperature (post-dry) |
200 °C |
400 °C (for crystallization step) |
| Liquid viscosity range |
1 - 2000 cP |
0.5 - 10000 cP (heated die & line) |
| Throughput |
40 panels/hour (1.2×2.4 m) |
10 - 120 panels/hour |
| Data interface |
OPC UA, Modbus TCP |
SECS/GEM, REST API |
Applications
- Perovskite absorber layer coating (Pb/Sn-based inks)
- Spiro-OMeTAD or PTAA hole transport layer
- PCBM or C60 electron transport layer for OPV
- Transparent conductive oxide (TCO) hybrid coatings
Customization Options
Unlimited Customization Available
We design the slot die geometry (straight, tapered, shimless, or multi-layer co-extrusion type), environmental enclosure (full glovebox or mini-environment), substrate heating/cooling platen, syringe pump (10 mL - 20 L capacity), and software integration with your existing scheduler. Custom colors, logos, and ergonomic height adjustments are available at no extra cost.
Key Features
- Active gap stabilization - compensates for substrate bowing in real time
- Ultra-low dead volume (< 0.5 mL) - ideal for expensive perovskite precursors
- Automatic meniscus control - prevents air entrainment at high speeds
- In-line solvent vapor annealing option
- Full data traceability - 21 CFR Part 11 compliant (upon request)
Support & Services
- 24-month comprehensive warranty
- On-site cleanroom installation & validation
- Free process support for 2 years (including formula transfer)
- Virtual reality (VR) operator training
- Loaner die head during repair or customization
Packing & Shipping
- Packing: All atmosphere-sensitive parts double-bagged with N₂ backfill; main machine in heavy-duty plywood case with humidity indicator
- Shipping: OOG (out of gauge) for glovebox-enclosed models; standard 40 ft HC for open models
- Lead time: 90 - 120 days (fully custom projects)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the line coat both sides of the panel simultaneously?
Yes - we offer a "flip & coat" module or a true two-head opposed configuration (both fully customizable for speed synchronization).
What is the typical defect density for perovskite coating?
Under cleanroom + nitrogen environment, defects > 50 µm are less than 5 per m² - we can optimize further with customized die cleaning cycles.
How long does it take to change from one coating material to another?
With our quick-connect fluid panel and integrated purge sequence, changeover takes 15 minutes - customizable to fully automated cleaning recipe.
Do you offer a pilot-size version for R&D?
Absolutely. We customize table-top slot die coaters for 300×300 mm substrates with all the same atmosphere controls - ideal for scaling up to production.