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Activation method for silicon substrates comprising at least two aromatic acids

US9960051B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 18, 2016
Grant dateMay 1, 2018
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Expiry dateMar 18, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC23C18/34
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to an activation composition for activation of silicon substrates, which is an aqueous solution comprising a source of palladium ions, a source of fluoride ions and at least two aromatic acids. The present invention further relates to a method for its use and optionally for subsequent metallization of such treated substrates. The method can be employed in semiconductor and solar cell manufacturing.

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