Samco was the first Japanese semiconductor process equipment manufacturer to provide Silicon Deep Reaction (DRIE) systems using the Bosch Process. We offer DRIE systems with a range of sample sizes and number of chambers for MEMS device fabrication and TSV via-hole etching. Our systems have industry-leading process capabilities, and the product lineup covers both R&D and production. For high-volume device manufacturing, a double reaction chamber specification is also available.

DRIE System Lineup

Si DRIE System RIE-802BCT

Atmospheric transfer platform with 2 cassettes & wafer aligner
⌀8″
Cassette Loading
Bosch Process
Dual RCs

Si DRIE System RIE-800BCT

Atmospheric transfer platform with 2 cassettes & wafer aligner
⌀8″
Cassette Loading
Bosch Process
none

Si DRIE System RIE-800iPBC

Vacuum cassette loading
⌀8″
Cassette Loading
Bosch Process
Vacuum Cassette Chamber

Si DRIE System RIE-800iPB

Trusted equipment with extensive process library
⌀8″
Cassette Loading
Bosch Process
Vacuum Cassette Chamber

Si DRIE System RIE-400iPB

Novel low-cost system for R&D
⌀4″
Load Lock
Bosch Process
none

Key Features & Benefits

  • Industry leading etch rates of over 50 μm/min
  • High selectivity of over 250:1 (Si:Photoresist)
  • Uniformity of ±5% or better (ø4, 6, and 8″ wafers)
  • High aspect ratio (greater than 100:1)
  • Low scalloping, smooth sidewall profile (less than 0.1 μm scallops)
  • Patented, dual frequency silion on insulator (SOI) anti-notch etching technique
  • Unique “anti-tilt” feature that ensures high uniformity
  • Electrostatic chuck and helium backside cooling (for wafer temperature control)
  • ICP source can be modified for etching of SiO2

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