Cleanroom-Embedded Parylene Coating Systems

KR-Series Equipment for Controlled Environments & Critical Devices

Cleanroom-embedded Parylene coating systems are designed for applications where cleanliness, biocompatibility and process control are as important as throughput. These cleanroom-embedded Parylene coating systems are mounted through the cleanroom wall so that loading takes place in the clean area, while pumps and services remain in the grey area.

SCH supplies KR-series embedded systems that are ideal for medical, semiconductor, aerospace and high-reliability electronics manufacturing. They support robust vacuum performance, repeatable coatings and a layout that simplifies validation and contamination control.

KaryNano not only manufactures these systems but also operates its own Parylene coating service facilities using the same KR-series equipment. This dual role ensures that every machine design is validated in real daily production, giving customers confidence in performance, reliability and ease of operation.

Every installation is delivered as a turnkey, knowledge-transfer project – including process setup, training, dimers, fixturing and support for cleanroom integration.

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Cleanroom-embedded Parylene coating systems including KR400HSU, KR850HSU and KR1500HSU for medical, aerospace and semiconductor production

What Are Cleanroom-Embedded Parylene Systems?

In a cleanroom-embedded configuration, the coating chamber door opens directly into the controlled environment while the vacuum pumps, cold trap and services sit in the technical area behind the wall.

✅ Parts are loaded and unloaded within the cleanroom
✅ Service access is from the grey area for maintenance and pump work
✅ Contamination risk is reduced compared with stand-alone floor units
✅ Validation, monitoring and documentation are easier to manage

This layout is particularly attractive where devices must meet strict cleanliness, biocompatibility or regulatory requirements, such as implantable medical products or high-reliability electronics that benefit from cleanroom-embedded Parylene coating systems.

Where Do Cleanroom-Embedded Systems Add Value?

Embedded Parylene equipment is typically used by organisations that run production in ISO-class cleanrooms or controlled environments.

✅ Medical device manufacturers producing implants, catheters and instruments
✅ Semiconductor, sensor and MEMS facilities
✅ Aerospace and defence programmes with stringent contamination limits
✅ Coating houses offering cleanroom Parylene services to OEM customers

Example applications include:

⚙ Implantable medical devices and leads
⚙ Critical sensors and micro-electronics
⚙ High-reliability aerospace assemblies
⚙ Components that proceed directly from coating into sterile-pack processes

KR-Series Cleanroom-Embedded Parylene Systems

Through our partnership with KaryNano, SCH supplies several KR-series models that support embedded installation.

📦 KR400HSU – compact embedded system for smaller cleanrooms or low-to-medium volumes
📦 KR850HSU – mid-scale embedded system for medical and aerospace production
📦 KR1500HSU – large embedded system for high-volume or multi-product cleanroom lines

The cleanroom side presents a simple, hygienic front with the chamber door and operator interface, while the rear frame provides full access to pumps, cold trap and services for maintenance.

SCH works with your facilities and production teams to define the cut-out, frame and sealing details required for a compliant installation of cleanroom-embedded Parylene coating systems.

KaryNano runs multiple coating centres using KR-series systems, meaning all equipment is proven in continuous industrial operation before reaching customers.

Key Features of Cleanroom-Embedded Parylene Equipment

Embedded Parylene systems share the same core process technology as other KR-series equipment, with additional attention paid to layout and cleanliness.

✅ Cleanroom-side loading with minimal external surfaces
✅ Grey-area access for pumps, cold trap and utilities
✅ Recipe-controlled deposition for consistent coating thickness
✅ Compatibility with Parylene C, N and other variants (subject to configuration)
✅ Integration with cleanroom monitoring, alarms and interlocks where required

Layout options can include:

⚙ Different chamber volumes to match space and throughput
⚙ Custom front panels and trims to suit cleanroom wall systems
⚙ Routing for nitrogen, exhaust and services through ceiling or floor
⚙ Interfaces for batch tracking, MES links or additional sensors

Knowledge Transfer for Cleanroom Operations

Running Parylene equipment within, or connected to, a cleanroom introduces extra constraints. SCH brings practical experience from our own coating facility to help you avoid common pitfalls.

✅ Guidance on cleanroom-side handling, masking and fixturing
✅ Advice on gowning, workflow and segregation of coated/uncoated parts
✅ Support building work instructions and inspection criteria
✅ Training that covers both process steps and cleanroom behaviours

Our aim is to ensure your cleanroom-embedded system runs as a controlled, well-understood part of the wider manufacturing environment, not an isolated black box.

Fitting Embedded Systems Into Your Parylene Strategy

Embedded units rarely exist on their own. Many customers combine them with lab systems, small production cells or larger grey-area machines.

✅ Use lab equipment for early development, then transfer recipes to embedded lines
✅ Run sensitive medical or semiconductor products on embedded systems
✅ Keep less critical work on small or mid-scale grey-area machines
✅ Use SCH coating services to support ramp-up, overflow or special programmes

This combined approach helps you meet regulatory, cleanliness and capacity goals without over-specifying every machine.

Turnkey Support for Cleanroom-Embedded Installations

Cleanroom projects involve facilities, validation, quality, regulatory and production teams. SCH provides structured support throughout the project lifecycle.

✅ Early planning for wall penetration, utilities and equipment zoning
✅ Installation and commissioning in coordination with cleanroom contractors
✅ Process development using your own parts and acceptance criteria
✅ Reliable supply of Parylene dimers and consumables and spares
✅ Ongoing optimisation and troubleshooting support after validation

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Why Work With SCH on Cleanroom-Embedded Parylene Systems?

SCH operates as both a Parylene coating service provider and a supplier of KR-series equipment. That combination gives us practical insight into how embedded lines must behave day to day.

✅ Recommendations based on real production and validation experience
✅ Strong emphasis on knowledge transfer, not just equipment delivery
✅ Ability to combine in-house equipment with external coating capacity
✅ Consistent platform from lab units through to large embedded systems
✅ UK-based support with international project and regulatory awareness

If you are considering Parylene within a cleanroom, we can help design a solution that balances cleanliness, capacity and cost while supporting future growth.

Next Steps: Review Your Cleanroom Requirements

A short technical review is usually the best starting point: parts, expected volumes, cleanliness class and regulatory drivers.

✅ Clarify the cleanroom class and layout
✅ Define which product families need embedded treatment
✅ Evaluate whether one or more embedded systems are required
✅ Map how embedded equipment fits alongside other Parylene resources

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🔗 For a broader view of our capabilities, see the Parylene equipment overview along with pages on lab systems, small production cells, mid-scale equipment and large industrial lines.