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2.1. Microwave Plasma Steriliser (MicroPlaSter)*

MicroPlaSter

The plasma torch consists of 6 stainless steel electrodes placed inside an aluminium cylinder of 135 mm in length. The centers of the 6 electrodes, whose surfaces are serrated, are distributed equally at a distance of 6 mm from the inner surface of the cylinder. 6 small plasmas are produced between each of the electrode's tips and the inner surface of the cylinder as shown in the figure. Gases used: Ar, He, Kr, plus additives.

2.2. Mini Plasma Steriliser (MiniPlaSter)*

MiniPlaSter   Temperature

The plasma torch (left picture) consists of a serrated electrode inside a quartz tube and an outer aluminium body. The (microwave) plasma is produced at the electrode tip and is convected out by the gas flow as shown in the figure. Gases used: Ar, He, Kr, plus additives. In this particular example Ar at 4 slm and a power of 5 W. The right picture shows (color coded) the temperature distribution inside the plasma 'flame'.

*Development in cooperation with ADTEC Plasma Technology Ltd.


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