—Fine Line Stencil's unique Slic Blade™ process uses electroformed nickel to form a hard, very smooth surface with extremely low surface energy (high lubricity). Solder paste readily sticks to most metal surfaces, even coated blades, due to metal's high surface energy and surface roughness. Our Slic Blade™ process took a unique approach to avoid these problems.

Slic Blade™ Attributes:

100% Electroformed Nickel for superior surface "slippery-ness”

Solid electroformed nickel will not chip or flake

Lowest wiping pressure

Longest blade life

Enhanced stencil life and least stencil damage

Slic Blade ™ Advantages:

Less "Bridging" due to reduced Flux Bleeding

Reduced Paste Shear Breakdown

Faster Print speed possible

Enhanced solder paste release

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