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Systems and methods for electrically isolating portions of wafers

US6750516B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 18, 2001
Grant dateJun 15, 2004
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Expiry dateOct 18, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L2924/0002
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Systems for electrically isolating portions of wafers are provided. A representative system includes a first wafer and a first conductor formed at least partially through the first wafer. A first conductor insulating layer is formed at least partially through the first wafer. The first conductor insulating layer engages the first conductor and is disposed between the first conductor and material of the first wafer. A first outer insulating layer also is provided that is formed at least partially through the first wafer. The first outer insulating layer is spaced from the first conductor insulating layer. Both the first conductor insulating layer and the first outer insulating layer are formed of dielectric material. Methods also are provided.

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