Dielectric Aluminum Oxides: Nano-Structural Features and ...

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Figure 11. Scintillation Curve for 1199 Formed Tabstrip in EG Electrolyte at 37C and
1.2 mA/cm 2 [single-sided].
Examination of the cut edges after scintillation testing to higher voltages in Figure 12 reveals
a further development of the porous oxide structure, but no plumes are found in the vicinity
of any of the embedded oxide particles. However, further extensive searching of the 200V
scintillation-tested tabstrip does reveal a few plume-like structures, but no metallic
contamination is found near the plume mouths.
Figure 12. General Surface View of Porous Oxide On Cut Edge of 1199 Tabstrip
Formed In EG Electrolyte to 200V.
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