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Method and apparatus for electroplating

US7476306B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 1, 2004
Grant dateJan 13, 2009
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Expiry dateJul 27, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC25D21/02
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Apparatus and method for metal electroplating. The apparatus for metal electroplating includes an electroplating tank for containing an electrolyte at a first temperature, a substrate holder for holding a semiconductor substrate, and a heater for heating the portion of the electrolyte adjacent to the substrate holder to a second temperature higher than the first temperature.

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