As a drilling & via formation machine, the Desmear Line (WET-DR-04) 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.
Process Position
The Desmear Line operates within the drilling & via formation section of the line. Getting the hand-off to the neighbouring cells right matters more to throughput than the headline rating of any single machine, which is why we size it against your real production sequence.
Key Capabilities
- Dust extraction and backup-board handling for clean hole walls.
- 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.
Common Use Cases
Used for through-holes and microvias in multilayer and HDI boards across consumer, automotive and telecom applications.
Configured to Your Line
This is not an off-the-shelf machine. We confirm your panel size, throughput target, and facility services first, then propose a configuration of the Desmear Line that fits. Installation guidance and commissioning support are included so the line reaches stable output quickly.
Get a Tailored Quote
Send us your production details and we will configure the Desmear Line to match, then return a specification and quotation. We are happy to advise on integration with your existing line.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum panel or workpiece size for the Desmear Line?
Can the Desmear Line be customised for our process?
How is the Desmear Line controlled and operated?
What are the utility requirements for the Desmear Line?
Sources & References
- ASTM E407: Standard Practice for Microetching Metals and Alloys
- IPC-A-600: Acceptability of 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.

