Material Expertise

Advanced Materials & Assemblies

PMT's deep experience in material sciences enables us to machine, bond, and assemble the most demanding material combinations for semiconductor, industrial, and energy applications.

Experience in the Manufacturing & Assembling of:

Our material expertise spans high-performance polymers, advanced ceramics, exotic alloys, and precision mechanical assemblies. Each material combination is selected and processed to meet the exact performance requirements of your application — whether that's chemical resistance, thermal stability, dimensional precision, or mechanical strength.

High-Performance Polymer

PEEK

Polyether Ether Ketone (PEEK)

PEEK is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic with outstanding mechanical and chemical resistance properties. PMT machines PEEK to tight tolerances for semiconductor wafer handling, chemical process equipment, and high-temperature structural components.

Key Properties

Continuous use to 260°C
Excellent chemical resistance
Low outgassing
Dimensionally stable

Applications

Wafer handling rings
Chemical process fittings
Structural brackets
Insulating components

Advanced Ceramic

Alumina

Alumina (Al₂O₃) Ceramic

Alumina ceramic offers exceptional hardness, wear resistance, and electrical insulation. PMT precision-machines alumina components for semiconductor process chambers, plasma environments, and high-voltage insulation applications.

Key Properties

Hardness up to 9 Mohs
High electrical resistivity
Excellent wear resistance
Thermal stability to 1600°C

Applications

Process chamber liners
Plasma-facing components
Electrical insulators
Wear pads

Polymer-Metal Assembly

PPS + Steel

Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) + Steel

PPS combined with precision steel inserts delivers a lightweight yet structurally robust assembly. PMT specializes in bonding and machining PPS-steel combinations for demanding chemical and thermal environments.

Key Properties

Chemical inertness
High stiffness
Flame retardant
Dimensional stability

Applications

Pump housings
Valve bodies
Structural assemblies
Chemical process equipment

Bonded Assembly

Ceramic + Steel Bonding

Ceramic-to-Metal Bonding

PMT's ceramic-to-metal bonding expertise enables assemblies that combine the hardness and wear resistance of ceramics with the structural strength of steel. These assemblies are critical in semiconductor equipment and precision motion systems.

Key Properties

High bond strength
Thermal mismatch management
Hermetic sealing capability
Precision alignment

Applications

Semiconductor tooling
Precision fixtures
Hermetic feedthroughs
Wear-resistant assemblies

High-Temperature Material

Graphite + Silicon Carbide

Graphite & Silicon Carbide (SiC)

Graphite and silicon carbide are essential materials for extreme-temperature and corrosive process environments. PMT machines both materials to precise dimensions for semiconductor CVD/diffusion furnaces, solar cell manufacturing, and high-temperature industrial processes.

Key Properties

Temperature resistance to 3000°C (graphite)
Extreme hardness (SiC)
Chemical inertness
Low thermal expansion

Applications

CVD susceptors
Diffusion furnace boats
Solar cell process parts
High-temp fixtures

Alloy-Ceramic Combination

Chrome Nickel Alloy + Zirconia

Chrome Nickel Alloy & Zirconia

Chrome nickel alloys paired with zirconia ceramics deliver outstanding corrosion resistance and thermal barrier performance. PMT machines and assembles these combinations for oil field, energy, and high-temperature industrial applications.

Key Properties

Superior corrosion resistance
Thermal barrier properties
High-temperature strength
Oxidation resistance

Applications

Oil field components
Thermal barrier coatings
High-temp seals
Energy equipment parts

Precision Mechanical Assembly

Precision Linear Guide-Way Assemblies

PMT designs and assembles precision linear guide-way systems for semiconductor equipment, automation, and industrial machinery. Our assemblies meet the exacting tolerances required for wafer handling, inspection systems, and high-speed automation.

Key Properties

Sub-micron positioning accuracy
Low friction operation
Long service life
Custom configurations

Applications

Semiconductor wafer handlers
Inspection equipment
Automation systems
Precision stages

Need a Specific Material or Assembly?

Our engineering team can help you select the right material combination and manufacturing process for your application. Contact us to discuss your project requirements.

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