A compact manual bench-top coater, using a basic magnetron sputter head, simple to replace disc target, easy to operate and suitable for routine operations. The head can be tilted back on a hinge for chamber access. 1.2kV power supply, analogue vacuum gauge and milli-ammeter, 180 sec timer with 15 sec resolution, height adjustable specimen stage, 100mm Ø x 135mm H Pyrex cylinder with 'O' ring seals, gold/palladium target, 1 metre of vacuum tubing with fittings.