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Method of etching using hydrofluorocarbon compounds

US6428716B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 11, 2000
Grant dateAug 6, 2002
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Expiry dateMay 11, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P70/50
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method of etching comprising subjecting a material under plasma etching conditions to an etching composition comprising at least an etchant compound having the formula CXHCFZ wherein:x=3, 4 or 5;2x≧z≧y;andy+z=2x+2;and further including an etching composition which includes said etchant compound and a second material different from the etchant compound that enhances or modifies plasma etching.

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