FMFPAX SC-4 Spin Coater User Manual: Setup, Operation & Cleaning
Use this SC-4 spin coater guide for installation, vacuum chuck setup, programmable recipes, English menu selection and routine cleaning.
Download the SC-4 English User Manual — 37 PDF pages, approximately 8.7 MB.
Setup | Operation | English menu | Settings | Maintenance | FAQ
Manual specifications and version check
The supplied document is titled SC-4 but also uses EZ4 in its specification table and operating text. Its ratings differ from this product listing. The figures below are values printed in that document, not confirmation of every supplied unit. Check the unit nameplate and contact sales@fmfpack.com before ordering or connecting power.
| Maximum spin speed / resolution | 10,000 RPM / 1 RPM |
|---|---|
| Maximum spin time / resolution | 3,000 s / 1 s |
| Maximum ramp rate | 10,000 RPM/s |
| Dimensions / weight | 210 × 265 × 215 mm (W × D × H) / 6 kg |
| Power versions | AC 100–120 V or AC 200–230 V, single phase, 200 W; verify the actual version. Frequency is not specified in this manual. |
| External vacuum requirement | 0.06–0.09 MPa; minimum flow 15 L/min, as stated in the manual |
| Vacuum tubing / fuse | 4 mm ID, 6 mm OD / 2 A |
Installation and vacuum chuck setup
- Place the coater on a flat, stable surface in a well-ventilated fume hood as appropriate for the coating material. Keep a 20 cm safety zone around it.
- Check the nameplate voltage and use a grounded outlet. Connect the external vacuum pump using the specified tubing.
- Install the chuck fully onto the spindle, aligning its notch with the spindle pin. Keep the chuck clean and its central opening clear.
- Center the substrate. It must cover the chuck vacuum surface, including the O-ring. Close the lid before spinning.
How to use the SC-4 spin coater
Easy Mode: one-step trials
Press Mode to select Easy Mode. Hold SET for 3 seconds to edit spin speed, time and ramp rate. Use the left/right keys to position the cursor and up/down keys to change the value. Hold SET for 3 seconds to save, then use the start/stop control to run.
Standard Mode: saved multistep recipes
Press Mode to select Standard Mode. Select recipe A–E using the left/right keys. Hold SET for 3 seconds to edit; set speed, time and ramp rate for each of the five steps. Press SET to advance to the next step. Hold SET for 3 seconds to save. Start the selected recipe from the working screen.
The manual describes five saved recipes with five steps each. The electronic vacuum valve opens automatically when a process starts and closes after rotation stops. Do not unload until the chuck has stopped.
How to change the menu to English
- Hold Mode for 3 seconds to enter the System UI.
- Hold SET for 3 seconds to enter System Configuration.
- Use left/right to move the cursor to Language.
- Use up/down to select 2. English.
- Hold SET for 3 seconds to save and exit. Press Mode to return to Easy Mode.
See printed page 24 (PDF page 29). Button labels and menus should match the controller version on your unit.
Key settings
| Language | Select the display language; 2. English is shown in the manual. |
|---|---|
| Decel | System deceleration rate. The manual states it should not exceed 3,000 RPM/s. |
| Beep | Switch the audible beep on or off. |
| Save | Hold SET for 3 seconds to save and exit System Configuration. |
Safety and maintenance
- Wear suitable eye protection. Do not use explosive chemicals. Do not open the lid or touch the substrate while spinning.
- After operation, wipe residual coating liquid from the bowl with laboratory wipes. The manual permits a small amount of acetone for the bowl only; do not spray liquid toward the chuck.
- Disconnect power before fuse replacement or bowl removal. Use the specified fuse. Only qualified personnel should service the coater.
- If a substrate moves or vibration occurs, stop and check centering, substrate coverage, vacuum supply and secure chuck installation.
Package and accessories
The current SC-4 product listing includes an external vacuum pump, vacuum line and power cable. The manual does not provide a complete packing checklist; confirm supplied chuck sizes and other accessories for your order.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the English language setting?
Hold Mode for 3 seconds, then SET for 3 seconds. Select Language with left/right, choose 2. English with up/down, and hold SET for 3 seconds to save.
How many recipes can be saved?
The supplied manual describes five Standard Mode recipes, A–E, with five steps per recipe. Easy Mode retains the last single-step process.
Can the vacuum valve be switched manually?
The manual describes manual vacuum control from the working screen for testing. The vacuum valve cannot be shut off during a running process.
Does 1 RPM resolution mean 1 RPM accuracy?
No. Resolution is the adjustment increment. This manual does not specify a separate speed-accuracy tolerance.
Is the power supply universal?
The manual lists separate 100–120 V and 200–230 V versions. Do not assume universal input from this document; verify the actual nameplate and order configuration.