Photoresist Coating Techniques
Ultrasonic Photoresist Coating Techniques utilize high-frequency vibrations to enhance photoresist uniformity and adhesion during semiconductor manufacturing. This advanced method ensures precise thin-film deposition, reduces defects, and improves process efficiency for microelectronic device fabrication.
Through the utilization of ultrasonic atomization technology, the photoresist, which is laden with an adequate amount of solvent, is fragmented and transformed into minuscule droplets, typically in the micrometer scale. These atomized sprays then embark on a journey towards the substrate. As they reach the target, millions of these droplets coalesce and accumulate, gradually constructing a growing resist film. To ensure a uniform thickness of the resist film, a synchronized lateral movement is often implemented between the nozzle dispensing the spray and the substrate. This dynamic interaction allows for a more even distribution of the droplets, compensating for any potential irregularities.
Advantages:
- The spray coating methodology exhibits remarkable versatility as it can be effectively employed on substrates of any conceivable size and shape. Whether it’s a diminutive microchip component or a large industrial panel, spray coating can adapt.
- Even complex three-dimensional objects, provided they are appropriately positioned and mounted, can be seamlessly coated with resist. This opens up new possibilities for advanced manufacturing in fields like aerospace and biomedical engineering, where intricate geometries are commonplace.
- Substrates possessing prominent topological features, such as those with grooves, ridges, or curvatures, pose no significant hurdle to spray coating. Under meticulously optimized conditions, an excellent edge coverage can be achieved, safeguarding the integrity and functionality of the coated surface.
- Theoretically, the efficiency in terms of resist utilization is greater compared to spincoating. This implies that less resist material is wasted during the coating process, leading to cost savings and enhanced resource management. It’s a significant advantage, especially when dealing with expensive or scarce photoresist formulations.
About Cheersonic
Cheersonic is the leading developer and manufacturer of ultrasonic coating systems for applying precise, thin film coatings to protect, strengthen or smooth surfaces on parts and components for the microelectronics/electronics, alternative energy, medical and industrial markets, including specialized glass applications in construction and automotive.
Our coating solutions are environmentally-friendly, efficient and highly reliable, and enable dramatic reductions in overspray, savings in raw material, water and energy usage and provide improved process repeatability, transfer efficiency, high uniformity and reduced emissions.
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