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InSight 3 DAFM Photomask Atomic Force

The Bruker InSight 3 DAFM is a photomask atomic force microscope for measuring critical dimensions and depth on 12-inch photomasks. The Bruker InSight 3 DAFM achieves CD static accuracy of 3σ less than 1.1% and depth static accuracy of 3σ less than 0.4%.[1]

InSight 3 DAFM Photomask Atomic Force — Inventory photo
Fig. 01InSight 3 DAFM Photomask Atomic ForceInventory photo[1]

Power

50/60 Hz[2]

Performance

3σ (%) < 1.1%[1]

Optics

1.2 nm[1]

What it is

The Bruker InSight 3 DAFM is a photomask atomic force microscope used for metrology and inspection in semiconductor manufacturing.[1][2]

How it works

The system can perform 3D imaging with a maximum scan size of 49 by 49 micrometers and a noise floor of 0.1 nanometers RMS.[1]

Where it fits in the process flow

The InSight 3 DAFM supports 12-inch wafer sizes, indicating it is used for advanced photomask metrology.[1]

Applications

The system is used for 3D imaging of mask features to ensure pattern fidelity and defect detection.[1]

What do the numbers mean?

Power & electrical3

50/60 Hz[2]
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Power Frequency
50/60 Hz[2]
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Power Voltage
208-230 V[2]
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Optics & imaging4

CD Dynamic Accuracy (3σ)
1.2 nm[1]
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Minimum Pattern Spacing (CD, dense)
40 nm[1]
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Depth Dynamic Accuracy (3σ)
0.5 nm[1]
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Minimum Pattern Spacing (Depth, dense)
30 nm[1]
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Performance7

Static accuracy
3σ (%) < 1.1%[1]
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Dynamic accuracy
1.2nm (3σ)[1]
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Throughput (9 sites)
14 wph[1]
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Static accuracy
3σ (%) < 0.4%[1]
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Dynamic accuracy
0.5nm (3σ)[1]
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CD Static Accuracy (3σ)
< 1.1%[1]
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Depth Static Accuracy (3σ)
< 0.4%[1]
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Control & software1

TMC digital controller DC 2000[1]
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Dimensions & facilities1

Depth performance:[1]
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Configuration & options20

CD performance:[1]
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Minimum pattern spacing (dense configuration): 40nm[1]
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Minimum pattern spacing (dense configuration): 30nm[1]
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3D Imaging:[1]
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Max scan size
49X49μm[1]
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Noise
0.1nm RMS[1]
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Spare parts:[1]
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UV lamp for chiller[1]
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Linear power amplifier LPA 70[1]
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Phase
1 Phase[2]
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3 Wire[2]
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208-230 Vac[2]
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Power:[2]
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2.8 Peak kVA[2]
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2.0 Ave kVA[2]
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Maximum Scan Size
49×49 μm[1]
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Power Phase
1 Phase[2]
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Power Wire
3 Wire[2]
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Peak kVA
2.8[2]
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Average kVA
2.0[2]
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  • Configuration50/60 Hz[2]
  • Power Frequency50/60 Hz[2]
  • Power Voltage208-230 V[2]

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  • No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the InSight 3 DAFM Photomask Atomic Force are on record.

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