Compact ampoule thermal management system
US9279604B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 24, 2013 |
| Grant date | Mar 8, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 22, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC23C16/4482
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for thermal management of a precursor for use in substrate processing are provided herein. In some embodiments, an apparatus for thermal management of a precursor for use in substrate processing may include a body having an opening sized to receive a storage container having a liquid or solid precursor disposed therein, the body fabricated from thermally conductive material; one or more thermoelectric devices coupled to the body proximate the opening; a heat sink coupled to the one or more thermoelectric devices; and a fan disposed proximate to a back side of the heat sink to provide a flow of air to the heat sink.
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