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Methods of forming bumps using barrier layers as etch masks

US7427557B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 9, 2005
Grant dateSep 23, 2008
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Expiry dateOct 2, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH05K2203/0723
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Forming an electronic structure may include forming a seed layer on a substrate, and forming a mask on the seed layer. The mask may include an aperture therein exposing a portion of the seed layer, and a barrier layer may be formed on the exposed portion of the seed layer. A bump may be formed on the barrier layer, and the mask may be removed. In addition, portions of the seed layer may be selectively removed using the barrier layer as an etch mask.

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