Term:Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD)

Category: Coating Application Methods

Definition: Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) is a method for depositing thin films on a substrate. They react and change upon impact with one another to produce a solid coating as a result of the chemical reaction of these gas vapors with each other.

Example Uses:

• Used to create thin films for electronics, optics, and sensors. 
• Produces strong, wear-resistant coatings for medical devices.

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