Better Silicone Coat Weight Control
Meet the next-generation NEX QC II Series for silicone coating quality control
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Why silicone coat weight matters
Maintaining the right silicone coat weight is important for release performance, material use, and production efficiency. Applying too little can compromise performance, while too much increases material costs.
Fast, dependable measurement helps production and QC teams verify silicone coat weight, maintain consistency, and reduce unnecessary material use and waste.
Silicone coat weight analysis by EDXRF
EDXRF is widely used across the silicone coatings industry to measure coat weight, thickness, and composition in release coatings, barrier layers, and other silicone-coated materials. The NEX QC II Series provides a practical solution for routine quality control, combining simple operation with low operating costs and flexible analysis for a range of applications.
- Release liners
- Labels and tapes
- Food packaging
- Medical packaging
- Hygiene products
- Films and converting
- Vacuum-formed products
Talk to an expert
Every coating operation is different. But goals are often the same. Catch issues early, run closer to your target, ensure consistency, avoid downtime, and reduce waste. Contact us to discuss coat weight control strategies or talk through a specific line setup.
The complete QC approach
Rigaku EDXRF supports faster verification and better silicone coat weight control.
Quick at-line or lab verification NEX QC II Series
- Rapid silicone coating thickness and composition
- Ultra-low silicone coating weights
- Measurement of Sn, Bi, Ti, Pt, etc., in metal-catalyzed silicone release coatings
- Silicone determination without helium or special sample cups
- Easy sample prep by simply placing a test coupon in the analysis chamber
- Simple, easy operation, and built-in printer for convenience
- Dynamic mineralogy variation corrections, no taring required
- Provides additional audit documentation
In-line coat weight profiling NEX LS
For operations requiring real-time process visibility, the NEX LS provides continuous in-line silicone coat weight measurement for roll-to-roll applications.
- Continuous monitoring and control, reducing at-line checks
- Cross-direction and machine-direction data for the entire roll
- Immediate defect detection as the roll is being produced
- Roll reporting and data logging for traceability and audits
- Measurement capability for web widths up to 2365 mm
- Dynamic mineralogy variation corrections, no taring required
- Consistent performance, regardless of substrate color or composition variations (e.g., clay-coated paper)
Designed for real production environments
What complete QC visibility provides Run closer to target with less waste
With full visibility across your process, you can:
- Reduce over-coating and shrink safety margins
- Lower raw material consumption
- Improve coating uniformity across the roll
- Reduce scrap and off-spec production
- Speed up startups and reduce manual checks
Attending LOUPE Americas 2026?
LOUPE Americas | September 15 – 17, 2026 See the NEX QC II Series in action
Visit us at booth #266 at LOUPE Americas 2026 in Chicago to see the new second-generation NEX QC II Series in action.
- Fast silicone coat weight measurement (including ultra-low levels)
- Measures Sn, Bi, Ti, Pt, and other catalysts in silicone release coatings
- No helium or special sample cups required
- Easy sample prep—place a test coupon and measure
- Intuitive touchscreen interface and built-in printer (no PC required)
- Dynamic mineralogy variation corrections (no taring required)
- Documentation for quality and audit requirements
Interested in real-time monitoring? Ask about the NEX LS system and how it supports continuous in-line silicone coat weight control.
Talk to an expert
Tell us about your application and testing requirements. Our team can help you determine the right approach for your operation.