Where will
our curiosity
lead us next?

Around the time Gordon Moore’s observation reshaped technology (Moore’s Law), Comet recognized that relying solely on X-ray tubes carried risks and began exploring complementary technologies. Leveraging existing expertise in vacuum and high-voltage processes, the company turned to vacuum capacitors, which share many manufacturing processes with X-ray tubes. The founding of Vakuum Kondensatoren AG laid the foundation for Comet’s long-term innovation in RF technologies.

Only three years after its founding, the team delivered the first capacitors for BBC shortwave transmitters. Rather than competing in the mass market, Comet focused on highly engineered, complex capacitors that required expert craftsmanship. This decision shaped our identity – a company that prioritizes innovation, quality, and long-term value for customers.

Challenged by shortwave transmitters losing their significance after the Cold War, Comet sought to establish a presence in the US, focusing on the semiconductor industry. This period brought significant innovation, expansion to China, new product variants, and a modernized manufacturing footprint, laying the foundation for our leadership in RF power delivery.

A pivotal shift came when Comet expanded from components to full RF power systems (Synertia^®), including impedance matching networks and generators. This evolution led to the creation of our Plasma Control Technologies division and expanded our global footprint, particularly in Asia. Today, Comet’s RF portfolio is integral to high-precision etching and deposition processes at the heart of semiconductor manufacturing.