With well over 500 modules installed, STS'
ICP delivers a flexible, dependable plasma source
capable of etching an extensive and varied range of materials. By simply changing the etch chemistry the chamber is utilized in etch applications from high aspect ratio Si features to low damage compound semiconductor applications - the chamber hardware remains the same.
The
ICP process module delivers a
high density plasma using a conventional radial
ICP coil design. This coupled with our
patented balanced feed
technology ensures a uniform plasma with no localized sputtering of the chamber ceramic as seen in tools manufactured by other ICP suppliers.
Through the use of a
low-pressure operating window, anisotropic profiles can be achieved. The control of ion bombardment at the wafer surface by varying the bias power ensures low damage, controllable etch processes.
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