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Fluoropolymer-coated photomasks for photolithography

US6566021B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 26, 2001
Grant dateMay 20, 2003
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Expiry dateJul 26, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG03F1/48
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Photomasks for photolithographic processes are described that incorporate a protective amorphous poly(fluorocarbon) film on their surface, the film serving to reduce contamination at the photomask surface. The preparation of the coated photomasks is also described, as is their use in a photolithographic process.

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