What is Cold Isostatic Pressing (CIP)? Definition of Cold Isostatic Pressing (CIP) Cold isostatic pressing (CIP) is a method of processing materials using the principle of Pascal's law. It involves compacting powders by enclosing them in an elastomer mold and applying uniform pressure to compress them. The end result is a highly compact solid. CIP can be used for a variety of materials, including plastics, graphite, powdered metallurgy, ceramics, and sputtering targets. The Principle Behind CIP - Pascal's Law CIP functions based on a principle proposed by Blaise Pascal, known as Pascal's law. According to this law, pressure applied in an enclosed fluid is transmitted in all directions throughout the fluid without any change in the magnitude of the pressure. In the case of CIP, liquid pressure is applied uniformly to the elastomer mold, resulting in the compression of the enclosed powders. Process of CIP The process of cold isostatic pressing involves several steps. F...