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Curved slit valve door with flexible coupling

US7497414B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 6, 2006
Grant dateMar 3, 2009
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Expiry dateJan 12, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/67201
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Embodiments of an apparatus for sealing a substrate transfer passage in a chamber are provided. In one embodiment, an apparatus for sealing a substrate transfer passage in a chamber includes an elongated door member having a concave sealing face coupled to an actuator by a flexible coupling. The flexible coupling configured to allow movement of the door member relative to the lever arm in at least two planes.

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