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N SISV R Optical Review
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What it is
General reference — not yet source-verifiedAn optical review system is a microscope-based inspection tool used to examine wafer features and defect sites at the review stage of manufacturing. It belongs to the inspection and metrology class of equipment rather than to a process tool that modifies the wafer.
How it works
General reference — not yet source-verifiedOptical review systems use visible-light imaging optics to examine selected locations on a wafer after an inspection step has flagged sites of interest. They provide a human-readable optical view of patterns, particles, and anomaly locations so an operator can confirm defect type, placement, and context on the wafer surface.
In this class of equipment, the wafer is positioned under an optical head and moved to target coordinates for observation. The system is used for review and classification rather than for altering the wafer, and it typically supports inspection workflows by providing detailed visual confirmation of suspected defects.
Where it fits in the process flow
General reference — not yet source-verifiedThe Nikon N SISV R sits in the inspection and review portion of the fab flow, after a wafer has undergone prior processing and after automated inspection or metrology has identified locations needing closer examination. It supports defect analysis before disposition, engineering review, or downstream corrective action.
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Sources & citations
Sources (2)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]Equipment inventory listing
- [2]Nikon N-SISV R Optical Review System for sale — fabsurplus.comfabsurplus.com
Last updated Jul 30, 2026.
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