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Multi-step system and method for curing a dielectric film

US9184047B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 27, 2013
Grant dateNov 10, 2015
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Expiry dateDec 27, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
  • CPC primaryH01L21/67207
  • WIPO fieldSemiconductors
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A multi-step system and method for curing a dielectric film in which the system includes a drying system configured to reduce the amount of contaminants, such as moisture, in the dielectric film. The system further includes a curing system coupled to the drying system, and configured to treat the dielectric film with ultraviolet (UV) radiation and infrared (IR) radiation in order to cure the dielectric film.

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