01 – Components
Ceramic-to-Metal Solutions for High-Voltage & Vacuum Systems
Analytical and scientific instruments often combine high voltage, vacuum environments and demanding requirements for electrical insulation, dimensional stability and long-term reliability.
From electron microscopy and mass spectrometry to particle accelerators and electron-beam systems, SCT designs and manufactures ceramic-to-metal brazed assemblies for demanding scientific and analytical equipment.
For decades, our expertise in ceramic metallization and ceramic-to-metal brazing has supported manufacturers of vacuum equipment and scientific instrumentation worldwide.
02 – Applications
Applications
SCT supplies custom ceramic-to-metal assemblies for analytical and scientific equipment requiring reliable performance under high voltage and vacuum.
Electron Microscopy
High-voltage, vacuum-compatible ceramic-to-metal components for SEM, TEM and other electron-beam imaging systems.
Mass Spectrometry
Vacuum-compatible ceramic-to-metal assemblies for analytical instrumentation.
Particle Accelerators
High-voltage ceramic-to-metal components for accelerator systems and research facilities.
Electron-Beam Systems
Ceramic-to-metal insulating assemblies for industrial and scientific electron-beam equipment.
Vacuum Electronic Systems
Custom ceramic-to-metal components for vacuum electronic devices operating under demanding electrical and vacuum conditions.
Scientific & Research Equipment
Custom ceramic-to-metal assemblies for specialized laboratory equipment and emerging scientific applications.
03 – Products
Typical Products & Solutions
Every solution is engineered according to the electrical, mechanical, vacuum and environmental requirements of the application.
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High-Voltage Ceramic Insulators
Ceramic-to-metal insulating assemblies for high-voltage vacuum equipment.
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Hermetic Feedthroughs
Reliable electrical interfaces designed to maintain vacuum integrity in scientific and analytical systems.
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Multipin Feedthroughs
Hermetic ceramic-to-metal feedthroughs integrating multiple electrical connections within a single assembly.
04 – Challenges
Challenges We Help Solve
High-voltage vacuum equipment requires careful control of materials, surfaces, interfaces and manufacturing processes. SCT’s ceramic-to-metal assemblies are engineered for stable electrical and mechanical performance in demanding vacuum environments.
High Voltage
Reliable electrical insulation for high-voltage vacuum systems.
High & Ultra-High Vacuum
Hermetic ceramic-to-metal assemblies designed for demanding high-vacuum and ultra-high-vacuum environments.
Outgassing & Cleanliness
Carefully selected materials and controlled manufacturing processes designed to limit contamination and support stable vacuum performance.
Bake-Out Compatibility
Components designed to withstand repeated thermal conditioning cycles without compromising performance.
Dimensional Precision
Controlled manufacturing for demanding scientific and analytical equipment.
Long-Term Stability
Reliable electrical and mechanical performance throughout the service life of the equipment
03 – expertises
Built for High-Voltage & Vacuum Technologies
Designing ceramic-to-metal components for high-voltage vacuum systems requires expertise that extends beyond manufacturing.
Vacuum integrity, electrical insulation, cleanliness, outgassing, thermal cycling, dimensional control and material compatibility must all be considered throughout component design and production.
SCT’s engineering, R&D and production teams work together to develop robust ceramic-to-metal solutions, optimize designs for manufacturing and support reliable series production.
Our expertise includes:
- High-voltage ceramic-to-metal design
- Vacuum-compatible ceramic-to-metal assemblies
- Ceramic Production (shaping, green machining, sintering, grinding, etc.)
- Ceramic metallization and brazing
- Dimensional control
- Technical troubleshooting and design optimization
- Co-development and industrialization
Supporting Capabilities
From initial design through long-term series production, SCT supports customers throughout the product lifecycle.
Research & Innovation
Developing ceramic-to-metal technologies and manufacturing processes for demanding high-voltage and vacuum applications.
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Product Development
Co-developing robust, manufacturable ceramic-to-metal solutions tailored to each application.
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Industrialization
Preparing products for reliable series production through Design for Manufacturability (DFM), process optimization, tooling and production readiness.
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Materials & Brazing Expertise
Selecting ceramic, metal and brazing alloy combinations according to the electrical, thermal, mechanical and vacuum requirements of each application.
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Quality Assurance
Supporting each project according to its specific quality, inspection, documentation and traceability requirements.
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06 – FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is outgassing important in vacuum applications?
Materials used in vacuum systems can release small amounts of trapped or adsorbed gases over time. Excessive outgassing can affect vacuum quality, contaminate sensitive surfaces and compromise equipment performance.
SCT combines carefully selected materials with controlled manufacturing, cleaning, inspection and handling processes for demanding high-vacuum applications.
What is bake-out compatibility?
Vacuum systems may undergo controlled heating to remove moisture and volatile contaminants before operation.
Ceramic-to-metal assemblies used in these environments must withstand repeated thermal cycles while maintaining their mechanical, electrical and vacuum performance.
Why are ceramics used in high-voltage vacuum equipment?
echnical ceramics combine high electrical insulation with thermal stability, mechanical strength and compatibility with demanding vacuum environments.
When combined with metallization and ceramic-to-metal brazing, they enable robust electrical insulation and vacuum-compatible interfaces between metallic components.
How does ceramic purity influence vacuum performance?
Material composition can influence outgassing, electrical behavior, mechanical properties and performance under vacuum.
SCT selects ceramic, metal and brazing alloy combinations according to the specific electrical, thermal, mechanical and vacuum requirements of each application.
How does SCT support ultra-high-vacuum (UHV) applications?
Ultra-high-vacuum systems require careful control of materials, interfaces, cleanliness and thermal behavior.
SCT develops ceramic-to-metal assemblies combining hermetic performance, electrical insulation and material stability for demanding vacuum environments.
Can SCT optimize an existing ceramic-to-metal design?
Yes. SCT’s engineering teams work with customers to improve manufacturability, electrical performance, vacuum integrity, material selection and long-term production robustness.
06 – contact
Developing Scientific or Analytical Equipment?
Whether you’re developing a new system, optimizing an existing design or preparing a product for series production, SCT can help transform your technical requirements into reliable ceramic-to-metal solutions.
What technical challenges can SCT help solve?
SCT supports applications combining demanding requirements for electrical insulation, vacuum integrity, thermal stability, cleanliness, dimensional control and long-term reliability.
Our engineering and R&D teams work alongside customers to troubleshoot technical challenges and develop robust ceramic-to-metal solutions for scientific and analytical equipment