Copperticles offers an oxidation-stable copper conductive ink for screen printing, enabling high-conductivity trace deposition on various substrates without specialized atmospheric conditions or sintering equipment. This simplifies printed electronics manufacturing for applications like flexible displays, sensors, and smart packaging.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Traditional copper conductive inks require controlled atmospheric conditions for processing and exhibit susceptibility to oxidation, limiting their application in ambient fabrication processes. This necessitates specialized equipment and adds complexity to manufacturing workflows, hindering the adoption of cost-effective printing techniques for conductive circuitry.
Solution
Copperticles provides an oxidation-stable copper conductive ink formulated for screen printing applications. This ink enables high-conductivity trace deposition on a variety of substrates, including PET, PEN, and paper, without the need for inert gas environments or specialized sintering equipment. The ink's robust formulation allows for ambient sintering and room-temperature storage, simplifying the manufacturing process and reducing operational overhead. This facilitates the integration of printed electronics into diverse product designs where traditional conductive materials are less suitable.
Target Audience
The primary customers are manufacturers and product developers in the printed electronics sector, including those involved in flexible displays, RFID tags, sensors, and smart packaging.
Features
- Oxidation-stable copper nanoparticle formulation for enhanced shelf life and process robustness.
- High conductivity with a sheet resistance as low as 59.5 mΩ/□/10µm on PET substrates.
- Compatible with screen printing deposition methods for straightforward integration into existing manufacturing lines.
- Ambient sintering capability, eliminating the requirement for reducing gas atmospheres or high-temperature furnaces.
- Suitable for printing on diverse substrates including PET, PEN, PI, and paper.
- Room-temperature storage under vacuum or nitrogen, simplifying logistics and handling.