At a glance
Specifications
Manufacturer-described platform characteristics. Verify the installed configuration and condition of any proposed system.
- Manufacturer
- Applied Materials
- Process
- Chemical vapor deposition (CVD), including PECVD applications
- Platform architecture
- Twin Chamber modules; up to six wafers processed simultaneously
- Wafer formats across the family
- 150mm, 200mm and 300mm, configuration dependent
- Chamber cleaning
- Remote plasma source described by the manufacturer
Applications
Manufacturer examples include oxide and nitride films, low-k materials and sub-atmospheric CVD. The platform supports a range of semiconductor markets and film geometries.
Configuration and compatibility
Confirm the installed process modules, wafer format, heater configuration and cleaning hardware. Family-level capabilities do not establish the recipe set or performance of an individual system.
Useful supporting records include the configuration sheet, module identifiers, wafer-handling details, included peripherals and available service history. Ask for documentation specific to the system being discussed.
What to check before buying or selling
- Describe the required film, wafer size, substrate and production objective.
- Request a module-by-module configuration sheet and identify the included control software.
- Ask for available service history and qualification evidence relevant to the intended process.
- Agree the included peripherals, inspection scope, installation requirements and acceptance criteria.
Footprint, utility requirements, software, throughput, process performance, price and lead time depend on the exact system and project scope. Request the relevant site-planning and configuration documents when evaluating an offer.
Equipment handling and project planning
Discuss inspection, deinstallation, packing, transport and installation as part of the project scope. Identify the delivery destination, access constraints, included peripherals and the teams responsible for each handover.
Equipment-specific procedures and site requirements should come from the applicable manufacturer documentation and qualified personnel. Lync Semi can discuss logistics, technical advisory and services for select platforms.
Common questions
How should I compare used Producer systems?
Compare installed modules, included peripherals and documentation against your intended process. Request a defined inspection scope and supporting evidence for any performance claim.
Can I request parts or service instead of a complete Producer system?
Use the parts or service request and include the model designation, relevant part identifiers, issue description and project timing. Attach photographs or a configuration sheet where useful.
Source documents
Platform facts are summarized from the manufacturer reference below. The checklist and project questions are Lync Semi guidance for evaluating a particular system.
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