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Modular multi-chamber processing tool having link chamber for ultra high vacuum processes

US12400885B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 11, 2022
Grant dateAug 26, 2025
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Expiry dateSep 27, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/68707
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of link chamber for use in multi-chamber processing tools or systems are provided herein. In some embodiments, a link chamber for use in a multi-chamber processing tool includes: a link chamber body having a plurality of facets extending between a bottom plate and a top plate, wherein at least seven of the plurality of facets have a chamber opening to form a plurality of chamber openings, wherein the plurality of chamber openings are sized to pass a substrate therethrough, and wherein each of the plurality of chamber openings are configured to be coupled to a slit valve, a load lock chamber, a cover plate, a process chamber, or a second link chamber body.

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