Conformal Coating Equipment Solutions
Application equipment and process support from development through to production
SCH supplies conformal coating application equipment for processes ranging from laboratory development and low-volume production through to automated, high-volume manufacturing.
Our equipment range includes bench-top, batch and high-volume dip coating systems together with manual spray booths and supporting equipment for drying, inspection and process control.
More importantly, SCH can help develop the complete coating process around the equipment — considering coating material, PCB handling, masking, application parameters, drying or curing, inspection, extraction requirements and operator training.
SCH provides conformal coating application equipment from compact production systems through to engineered high-volume coating lines.
Choosing the Right Conformal Coating Equipment
The right application method depends on much more than production volume. PCB geometry, coating material, masking requirements, required film build, cycle time, drying or curing method and inspection requirements can all influence equipment selection.
SCH therefore takes an application-first approach. We can evaluate the coating process and help select equipment that is appropriate for the assemblies, materials and production requirements rather than treating the machine as an isolated purchase.
For an overview of the available methods, see our guide to conformal coating application processes.
Conformal Coating Application Equipment
High-Volume Dip Coating Systems
Engineered dip coating systems for higher-volume production where controlled immersion, withdrawal and PCB handling need to be integrated into the manufacturing process.
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Batch Dip Coating Systems
Programmable batch systems provide controlled immersion and withdrawal for manufacturers requiring repeatable dip coating across different assemblies and production batches.
Bench-Top Dip Coating Systems
Compact dip coating equipment for process development, laboratories, prototypes and lower-volume production where controlled PCB movement is required without a larger automated system.
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Conformal Coating Spray Booths
Dedicated workstations for manual conformal coating spray application, incorporating appropriate process lighting and an extraction interface for integration with site extraction / LEV.
Equipment Designed Around the Coating Process
Depending on the equipment and application, SCH systems can incorporate features that support different stages of the conformal coating process.
- ✅ Controlled Application – Equipment for controlled dipping, withdrawal and manual spray application
- ✅ PCB Handling – Fixtures, carriers and handling arrangements developed around the assembly
- ✅ Process Visibility – Selected equipment incorporates white and UVA illumination where this supports coating application, process indication or inspection
- ✅ Drying & Curing Integration – Supporting equipment and process planning for post-application drying or curing
- ✅ Inspection & Measurement – Integration of coating inspection and process verification into the wider workflow
- ✅ Extraction Interfaces – Machine extraction connections and interface information provided where extraction / LEV is required
Extraction / Local Exhaust Ventilation (LEV)
Extraction requirements vary across the SCH equipment range. Some coating processes require connection to suitable site extraction / Local Exhaust Ventilation, while for other equipment the requirement depends on the coating material, process and workplace.
Where applicable, SCH defines the relevant machine extraction connection, enclosure and equipment interface information. Individual equipment pages provide further information for each system.
The required airflow and overall site extraction performance should be determined for the actual materials, process and workplace by a competent extraction / LEV specialist where appropriate. UK customers should consider applicable HSE guidance; customers outside the UK should follow the relevant national or local legislation, regulations and guidance.
Developing the Complete Conformal Coating Process
Buying the application machine is only one part of establishing a reliable coating process. SCH can support customers through the wider production sequence:
- Coating material selection and evaluation
- PCB preparation and cleanliness
- Masking and de-masking
- Application method and process development
- Fixtures and PCB handling
- Drying or curing
- Visual and UVA inspection where appropriate
- Coating thickness measurement and process control
- Rework and coating removal
- Operator and process training
This allows the equipment to be developed as part of a practical manufacturing process rather than as a standalone machine.
Turnkey Conformal Coating Solutions
Where customers require more than an individual machine, SCH can develop integrated coating work areas and production solutions around the required process.
Depending on the project, this can bring together application equipment, drying or curing, inspection, PCB handling, fixtures, process documentation and operator training.
For larger engineered systems, requirements can be developed around PCB dimensions, coating material, throughput, takt time, production flow and integration with existing manufacturing equipment.
For wider facility planning, see How to Set Up a Conformal Coating Facility and our technical guidance on setting up a conformal coating production line.
Conformal Coating Training
Equipment performance depends on the people and processes around it. SCH provides practical conformal coating training covering application methods, masking, process control, inspection, thickness measurement, defect recognition and rework.
Training can be adapted to the customer’s own equipment, materials and production environment to help translate coating knowledge into a controlled manufacturing process.
Which Conformal Coating System Is Right for Your Process?
If you are selecting new coating equipment, SCH can help evaluate the application before deciding which machine or process is appropriate.
Send us details of your PCB assemblies, coating material, production volume, required film build, masking requirements and current production method. We can review the application and discuss the most appropriate route from process development through to production.
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Why Choose SCH for Conformal Coating Equipment?
SCH combines equipment supply with practical experience of developing and running conformal coating processes. This allows us to consider how the machine, coating material and wider manufacturing process work together.
- 🛠️ Practical Production Experience – Equipment knowledge supported by hands-on conformal coating process experience
- 🧪 Application-First Approach – Equipment selected around the coating, PCB and production requirement
- ⚙️ Scalable Equipment – Solutions from development and low-volume production through to engineered high-volume systems
- 🔬 Process Development – Support with trials, coating parameters, handling, drying, inspection and measurement
- 🎓 Training & Ongoing Support – Helping customers establish and maintain the wider coating process
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Disclaimer: Information on this page is provided as general guidance. Equipment and process suitability depend on the coating material, PCB assembly, production requirements and workplace conditions. Individual equipment specifications and configurations may vary according to the application. Where extraction / LEV is required, the appropriate site system and performance should be determined for the actual materials, process and workplace. Users remain responsible for workplace risk assessment, material safety information and compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and local requirements.
