As a etching machine, the DES Line (Outer Layer) (WET-ET-02) is intended for fabricators who need repeatable output and predictable cost per panel. The system is assembled and tested in-house, then integrated to match the rest of your production line.
Where the DES Line (Outer Layer) Fits in the Process
In a PCB line the DES Line (Outer Layer) sits in the etching area. Correct integration with the steps before and after it is what protects overall yield, cycle time, and cost per panel, so it is specified as part of the wider flow rather than in isolation.
Features and Capabilities
- Recipe management and process logging via the plc + hmi touchscreen.
- Supplied as inline / automatic, with options for line integration.
- Stainless-steel wetted parts and chemically resistant construction where the process requires it.
- Safety interlocks, alarms and guarding designed for a production environment.
- Designed for low maintenance, fast changeover and high equipment uptime.
Common Use Cases
Used across rigid, multilayer and HDI production where precise copper patterning is required, including fine-line and thin-copper work.
Configuration and Ordering
The DES Line (Outer Layer) can be supplied as a standalone unit or built into an automated line. Panel-size handling, control software, throughput, and material compatibility are configured to your production mix. As a configured-to-order system, the specification is finalized with our engineers before quotation.
Enquire About the DES Line (Outer Layer)
Let us know what the DES Line (Outer Layer) needs to do on your line. We will confirm the configuration, throughput, and price, and outline how it integrates with the surrounding stages.
Frequently Asked Questions
What lead time and support come with the DES Line (Outer Layer)?
What is the maximum panel or workpiece size for the DES Line (Outer Layer)?
What are the utility requirements for the DES Line (Outer Layer)?
Which materials or board types does the DES Line (Outer Layer) support?
Sources & References
- IPC-A-600: Acceptability of Printed Boards
- IPC-6012: Qualification and Performance Specification for Rigid Printed Boards
- Photo Chemical Machining Institute — process capability guidelines
- NIST Engineering Statistics Handbook — process tolerance and capability
Standards are referenced for context. Always confirm parameters against the current published edition and your own process validation.

