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Plasma Treatment

Simulate atmospheric plasma surface activation and wettability improvement.

Manual Control

Press and drag to activate the plasma jet.

Untreated (Hydrophobic) Activated (Hydrophilic)

Surface Energy

Current Level (Dyne/cm)32
32 Dyne (Native HDPE)72 Dyne (Water)

Hydrophobic Recovery:

When plasma stops, polymer chains rotate and polar groups hide, lowering surface energy.

Surface Chemistry

C
C
C

Inert Polymer

Non-polar surface — only C–H and C–C bonds. Low adhesion.

Hydrogen
Carbon
🔴Oxygen (Plasma)
Free Electron