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Enhanced productivity for an etch system through polymer management

US10037883B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 18, 2014
Grant dateJul 31, 2018
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Expiry dateFeb 18, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/67109
  • WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments described herein generally relate to an apparatus and methods for reducing the deposition of polymers in a semiconductor processing chamber. A heater jacket and heat sources are provided and may be configured to maintain a uniform temperature profile of the processing chamber. A method of maintaining a uniform temperature profile of a dielectric ceiling of the processing chamber is also provided.

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