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Method for low-K dielectric etch with reduced damage

US8236188B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 7, 2010
Grant dateAug 7, 2012
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Expiry dateFeb 12, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/31138
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method for etching features in a low-k dielectric layer disposed below an organic mask is provided by an embodiment of the invention. Features are etched into the low-k dielectric layer through the organic mask. A fluorocarbon layer is deposited on the low-k dielectric layer. The fluorocarbon layer is cured. The organic mask is stripped.

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