AZ® MIR 701 (14CPS)
High Resolution and Temperature Stability
General Information
AZ® 701 MIR (14CPS) is a positive thin resist (g-, h- and i-line sensitive), the main application of which is as a resist mask for dry etching, RIE, or lift-off processes.
300 nm resist lines attained with the AZ® 701 MIR
1.2µm structure after 130°C hardbake
Product Features
AZ® 701 MIR (14CPS) is optimized for steep resist sidewalls and high stability against thermal softening (softening temperature approx. 130°C). AZ® 701 MIR (14CPS) achieves a resist film thickness of approx. 800 nm at a spin speed of 4000 rpm and, under optimized process parameters, allows a resolution well in the sub-micrometer range. If such a high resolution is not required and thicker resist layers are desired, the use of the higher-viscosity AZ® 701 MIR (29CPS) is recommended. If necessary, the AZ® 701 MIR (14CPS) can also be (even heavily) diluted with PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent. For wet-chemical etching, resists from the AZ® 1500 series with optimized resist adhesion are recommended in this resist film thickness range.
Developers
For development, we recommend either TMAH-based developers such as AZ® 326 MIF or AZ® 726 MIF, the NaOH-based AZ® 351B, and if the requirements for selectivity are not too high, the KOH-based AZ® 400K. With AZ® 351B or AZ® 400K, it may be advisable to work with a higher diluted developer (for example 1:5 to 1:6) instead of the usual 1:4 dilution to achieve very fine resist structures or better controllable development times. On alkaline-sensitive substrate materials such as aluminum, we recommend the aluminum-compatible AZ® Developer in a 1:1 dilution.
Removers
If the resist structures have not been thermally cross-linked by plasma processes, ion implantation or high temperatures (> approx. 140 °C), all common removers such as AZ® 100 Remover, DMSO or many other organic solvents (e.g. acetone rinsed with isopropyl alcohol) are suitable for removing the resist layer. For cross-linked resist structures, high-performance strippers such as the NMP-free TechniStrip P1316 or AZ® 920 Remover are recommended, and in the case of alkaline-sensitive substrate materials (such as aluminum), the TechniStrip MLO 07.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent can generally be used as a thinner for spin coating, which can also be used to remove edge ridges if necessary.
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MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® MIR 701 (14CPS) Photoresist english
Safety Data Sheet AZ® MIR 701 (14CPS) Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® MIR 701 Series english
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® MIR 701 (29CPS)
High Resolution and Temperature Stability
General Information
AZ® 701 MIR (29CPS) is a positive resist (g-, h- and i-line sensitive) in the medium resist film thickness range, whose main applications are as a resist mask for dry etching, RIE, or lift-off processes.
300 nm resist lines attained with the AZ® 701 MIR
1.2µm structure after 130°C hardbake
Product Features
AZ® 701 MIR (29CPS) is optimized for steep resist sidewalls and high stability against thermal softening (softening temperature approx. 130°C). It achieves a resist film thickness of approx. 2µm at a spin speed of 4000 rpm. If thinner layers or a higher resolution are desired, the use of the lower-viscosity AZ® 701 MIR (14CPS) is recommended. Alternatively, AZ® 701 MIR (14CPS) can easily be heavily diluted with PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent. For wet-chemical etching, resists from the AZ® 1500 series with optimized resist adhesion are recommended.
Developers
For development, we recommend either TMAH-based developers such as AZ® 326 MIF or AZ® 726 MIF, the NaOH-based AZ® 351B, and if the requirements for selectivity are not too high, the KOH-based AZ® 400K. With AZ® 351B or AZ® 400K, it may be advisable to work with a higher diluted developer (for example 1:5 to 1:6) instead of the usual 1:4 dilution to achieve very fine resist structures or better controllable development times. On alkaline-sensitive substrate materials such as aluminum, we recommend the aluminum-compatible AZ® Developer in a 1:1 dilution.
Removers
If the resist structures have not been thermally cross-linked by plasma processes, ion implantation or high temperatures (> approx. 140 °C), all common removers such as AZ® 100 Remover, DMSO or many other organic solvents (e.g. acetone rinsed with isopropyl alcohol) are suitable for removing the resist layer. For cross-linked resist structures, high-performance strippers such as the NMP-free TechniStrip P1316 or AZ® 920 Remover are recommended, and in the case of alkaline-sensitive substrate materials (such as aluminum), the TechniStrip MLO 07.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent can generally be used as a thinner for spin coating, which can also be used to remove edge ridges if necessary.
Further Information
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MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® MIR 701 (29CPS) Photoresist english
Safety Data Sheet AZ® MIR 701 (29CPS) Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® MIR 701 Series english
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® nLOF 2020
Thick Negative Resist for Lift Off
General Information
The i-line sensitive negative resist AZ® nLOF 2020 is, with a resist film thickness of approx. 2 µm, the thinnest member of the AZ® nLOF 2000 series, which is primarily optimized for lift-off applications.
700 nm resist lines attained with the 2.0 µm thick AZ® nLOF 2020.
Product Properties
AZ® nLOF 2020 covers a resist film thickness range of - depending on the spin speed - approx. 1.5 - 2.5 µm. It is only i-line sensitive and requires a post exposure bake after exposure to complete the cross-linking induced during exposure. The developed resist structures are (slightly) negative, as desired for lift-off applications, because the upper resist areas receive a slightly higher dose during exposure and thus cross-link more strongly than the resist areas close to the substrate. This undercut can only be increased to a limited extent using a lower exposure dose, because the low resist film thickness is in the range of the penetration depth of the exposure wavelength, meaning that even with low exposure doses it is always exposed through to the substrate. If even thinner resist layers are desired, the AZ® nLOF 2020 can be diluted with PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent or the use of AZ® LNR-003 can be considered. For thicker layers, we recommend the AZ® nLOF 2035 (approx. 3 - 4 µm) or the even thicker AZ® nLOF 2070 (> 5 µm), both of which differ from the AZ® nLOF 2020 only in the solvent content.
Developers
TMAH-based developers such as the ready-to-use AZ® 326 MIF (immersion development), AZ® 726 MIF (puddle development) or AZ® 2026 MIF (which uses an additive to promote residue-free development, especially with cross-linking resists) are recommended for developing the AZ® nLOF 2020. KOH- or NaOH-based developers such as the AZ® 400K or AZ® 351Bare generally not suitable for the AZ® nLOF 2020. If TMAH-based developers cannot be used, an attempt with a KOH-based developer in higher concentration than usual can be considered.
Removers
If the resist structures have not been thermally cross-linked too much, for example through metallization, stripping or lift-off with organic solvents (acetone rinsed with isopropanol or DMSO) can be successful. For more strongly cross-linked resist structures, high-performance strippers such as the NMP-free TechniStrip NI555 or AZ® 920 Remover are recommended, or in the case of alkaline-sensitive substrate materials (such as aluminum), the TechniStrip MLO 07.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
If the resist is to be diluted for spin coating, PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent is an option. PGMEA is the solvent for AZ® nLOF 2020 anyway and is also recommended for edge wall removal if necessary.
Further Information
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MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2020 Photoresist english
Safety Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2020 Photoresist german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series german
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® nLOF 2035
Thick Negative Resist for Lift Off
General Information
The i-line sensitive negative resist AZ® nLOF 2035 with a resist film thickness of approx. 3 - 4 µm is a member of the AZ® nLOF 2000 series, which is primarily optimized for lift-off applications.
700 nm resist lines attained with the 3.5 µm thick AZ® nLOF 2035.
Product Properties
AZ® nLOF 2035 covers a resist film thickness range of - depending on the spin speed - approx. 3 - 4 µm. It is only i-line sensitive and requires a post exposure bake after exposure to complete the cross-linking induced during exposure. The developed resist structures are pronounced negative, as desired for lift-off applications, since the upper resist areas receive a higher dose during exposure and thus cross-link more strongly than the resist areas close to the substrate. Using a lower exposure dose, in conjunction with a slightly hotter post exposure bake, this undercut can be increased to a certain extent to enable even more critical lift-off applications. If thinner resist layers are desired, the AZ® nLOF 2035 can be diluted with PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent or the AZ® nLOF 2020 can be used. For thicker layers, the AZ® nLOF 2070 (> 5 µm) is recommended; both differ from the AZ® nLOF 2035 only in the solvent content.
Developers
TMAH-based developers such as the ready-to-use AZ® 326 MIF (immersion development), AZ® 726 MIF (puddle development) or AZ® 2026 MIF (which uses an additive to promote residue-free development, especially with cross-linking resists) are recommended for developing the AZ® nLOF 2035. KOH- or NaOH-based developers such as the AZ® 400K or AZ® 351B are generally not suitable for the AZ® nLOF 2035. If TMAH-based developers cannot be used, an attempt with a KOH-based developer in higher concentration than usual can be considered.
Removers
If the resist structures have not been thermally cross-linked too much, for example through metallization, stripping or lift-off with organic solvents (acetone rinsed with isopropanol or DMSO) can be successful. For more strongly cross-linked resist structures, high-performance strippers such as the NMP-free TechniStrip NI555 or AZ® 920 Remover are recommended, or in the case of alkaline-sensitive substrate materials (such as aluminum), the TechniStrip MLO 07.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
If the resist is to be diluted for spin coating, PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent is an option. PGMEA is the solvent for AZ® nLOF 2035 anyway and is also recommended for edge wall removal if necessary.
Further Information
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MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2035 Photoresist english
Safety Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2035 Photoresist german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series german
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® nLOF 2070 - diluted 1:1.33 - 0.50 µm-grade (e-beam)
Thick Negative Resist for Lift Off
General Information
AZ® nLOF 2070 Photoresist for 5-15 µm Resist Film Thickness (i-line)
The AZ® nLOF 2000 series is optimised with undercut resist profiles and high resistance to thermal flow for lift-off applications. The three viscosity grades AZ® nLOF 2020 (2.0 µm resist layer thickness at 4000 rpm), AZ® nLOF 2035 (3.5 µm) and AZ® nLOF 2070 (7.0 µm) cover a large resist layer thickness range with a high possible aspect ratio. A post exposure bake is obligatory to carry out the cross-linking initiated during exposure.
Beside the resist types above, MicroChemicals dilutes the AZ® nLOF 2000 series to different thickness levels.
Product Properties
AZ® nLOF 2070 for film thickness 7.0 µm @ 3000 rpm
i-line sensitive (365 nm), not g- or h-line sensitive
Very high thermal stability: Almost no rounding of cross-linked resist patterns up to temperatures of 250°C and more.
High chemical stability: Dependant on process parameters, AZ® nLOF 2000 series is stable against many organic solvents as well as strong alkaline media (however, not stable against KOH Si-etches!).
The e-beam sensitivity of the AZ® nLOF 2000 series resists allows the combination of fast UV and high-resolution e-beam lithography. (Please contact us for further information!)
Reproducible undercut for excellent lift off results
High yield in industrial processes due to large process window
Developers
The recommended developer is the AZ® 2026 MIF which works best with AZ® nLof 2000 series. AZ® 326 MIF or AZ® 726 MIF are possible as well. KOH- or NaOH based developers or AZ® Developer will not give reasonable results. Only AZ® 303 Developer can be used in cases, where TMAH based developers are no option.
Removers
The recommended stripper for the AZ® nLOF 2000 series is the NMP-free TechniStrip NI555 or AZ® 910 Remover, which is compatible with all common (even alkaline sensitive) substrate materials and can even dissolve (not only peel from the substrate) cross-linked AZ® nLOF 2070 resist films.
Solvents such as NMP or the untoxic substitute DMSO are suited removers, if the resist film thickness and degree of crosslinking are not too high.
Generally, heating these removers up to 60 - 80°C, or/and ultrasonic treatment, might be required to fasten the resist removal in the case of very thick or strongly cross-linked resist films.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
We recommend for thinning and edge bead removal the AZ® EBR Solvent or PGMEA. AZ® EBR Solvent 70/30 is possible as well for edge bead removal.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2070 Photoresist english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® nLOF2070 Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series german
Information AZ® nLOF2070 E-beam english
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® nLOF 2070
Thick Negative Resist for Lift Off
General Information
The i-line sensitive negative resist AZ® nLOF 2070 is with approx. 5 - 10 µm resist film thickness the thickest member of the AZ® nLOF 2000 series, which is primarily optimized for lift-off applications.
A pronounced undercut attained with the AZ® nLOF 2070 in a thickness of 22 µm.
Product Properties
AZ® nLOF 2070 covers a resist film thickness range of - depending on the spin speed - approx. 5 - 10 µm. It is only i-line sensitive and requires a post exposure bake after exposure to complete the cross-linking induced during exposure. The developed resist structures are, as desired for lift-off applications, distinctly negative, since the upper resist areas receive a much higher dose during exposure and thus cross-link more strongly than the resist areas close to the substrate. Using a lower exposure dose, in conjunction with a slightly hotter post exposure bake, this undercut can also be increased significantly to enable more critical lift-off applications (sputtered or thicker layers). If thinner resist layers are required, the AZ® nLOF 2070 can be diluted with PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent or the AZ® nLOF 2035 or even thinner AZ® nLOF 2020 can be used, both differing only in the solvent content.
Developers
TMAH-based developers such as the ready-to-use AZ® 326 MIF (immersion development), AZ® 726 MIF (puddle development) or AZ® 2026 MIF (which uses an additive to promote residue-free development, especially with cross-linking resists) are recommended for developing the AZ® nLOF 2070. KOH- or NaOH-based developers such as the AZ® 400K or AZ® 351B are generally not suitable for the AZ® nLOF 2070. If TMAH-based developers cannot be used, an attempt with a KOH-based developer in higher concentration than usual can be considered.
Removers
If the resist structures have not been thermally cross-linked too much, for example through metallization, stripping or lift-off with organic solvents (acetone rinsed with isopropanol or DMSO) can be successful. For more strongly cross-linked resist structures, high-performance strippers such as the NMP-free TechniStrip NI555 or AZ® 920 Remover are recommended, or in the case of alkaline-sensitive substrate materials (such as aluminum), the TechniStrip MLO 07.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
If the resist is to be diluted for spin coating, PGMEA = AZ® EBR Solvent is an option. PGMEA is the solvent for AZ® nLOF 2070 anyway and is also recommended for edge wall removal if necessary.
Further Information
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MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2070 Photoresist english
Safety Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2070 Photoresist german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series german
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® nLOF 5510
Thermally Stable Negative Resist
General Information
The AZ® nLOF 5510 is a thin, high-resolution negative resist with high thermal stability. This resist is designed for single layer lift off processes as well as for RIE etching or ion implantation and is compatible with TMAH-based developers.
Product Properties
AZ® nLOF 5510 for film thickness 0.8 µm @ 4000 rpm
i-line sensitive (365 nm), not g- or h-line sensitive
Very high thermal stability: Almost no rounding of cross-linked resist patterns up to temperatures of 250°C and more
Resolution down to 0.25 µm
Can be used for lift off, RIE or implant applications
Developers
Common TMAH based developers are recommended such as AZ® 326 MIF, AZ® 726 MIF or AZ® 2026 MIF Developer.
Removers
The recommended stripper for the AZ® nLOF 5510 resist is the NMP-free TechniStrip NI555 or AZ® 910 Remover, which is compatible with all common (even alkaline sensitive) substrate materials and can even dissolve (not only peel from the substrate) cross-linked AZ® nLOF 5510 resist films.
Solvents such as NMP or the untoxic substitute DMSO are suited removers, if the resist film thickness and degree of crosslinking are not too high.
Generally, heating these removers up to 60 - 80°C, or/and ultrasonic treatment, might be required to fasten the resist removal in the case of very thick or strongly cross-linked resist films.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
We recommend for thinning and edge bead removal the AZ® EBR Solvent or PGMEA. AZ® EBR Solvent 70/30 is possible as well for edge bead removal.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® nLOF5510 Photoresist english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® nLOF5510 Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® nLOF5510 english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series english
Information AZ® nLOF2000 Series german
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® P4110
Positive Thick Resist - AZ® P4110, AZ® P4330, AZ® P4903, AZ® P4620
General Information
The AZ® P4000 positive resist series with its members AZ® P4110, AZ® P4330, AZ® P4620 and AZ® P4903 have two main characteristics:
An improved adhesion to all common substrates for a higher stability for e.g. wet etching or plating and a lower photo active compound concentration, which allows the application of thick and very thick resist films (approx. 1 - 30 µm). This resist series have a medium thermal stability and can be developed with common KOH or TMAH based developers.
Product Properties
Resist film thickness: 0.9 - 1.3 µm
Steep wall profiles, high aspect ratios
Sensitive to g-, h-, and i-line
Recommended developers: KOH-based (e.g. AZ® 400K) or TMAH-based (e.g. AZ® 2026 MIF)
Standard strippers (e.g. AZ® 100 Remover, TechniStrip P1316)
Thinner and edge bead remover: AZ® EBR Solvent or PGMEA
Developers
If metal ion containing developers can be used the KOH-based AZ® 400K in a 1:4 dilution or the finish diluted version AZ® 400K 1:4 (for higher resist film thicknesses 1:3.5 - 1:3 diluted possible) is a suited developer.
If metal ion free developers have to be used, we recommend the TMAH-based AZ® 2026 MIF developer (undiluted).
Removers
For non cross-linked resist films the AZ® 100 Remover, DMSO or other common organic solvents can be used as stripper. If the resist film is cross-linked (e.g. by high temperature steps > 140°C, during plasma processes, such as dry etching, or during ion implantation), we recommend the NMP-free TechniStrip P1316 as remover.
AZ® 920 Remover can be a good choice as well in case of harsh treated or hard to remove resist residuals.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
We recommend for thinning and edge bead removal AZ® EBR Solvent or PGMEA. AZ® EBR70/30 Solvent is possible as well for edge bead removal.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® P4110 Photoresist english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® P4110 Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® P4000 Series english
Information AZ® P400 Series english
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® P4620
Positive Thick Resist - AZ® P4110, AZ® P4330, AZ® P4903, AZ® P4620
General Information
The AZ® P4000 positive resist series with its members AZ® P4110, AZ® P4330, AZ® P4620 and AZ® P4903 have two main characteristics:
An improved adhesion to all common substrates for a higher stability for e.g. wet etching or plating and a lower photo active compound concentration, which allows the application of thick and very thick resist films (approx. 1 - 30 µm). This resist series have a medium thermal stability and can be developed with common KOH or TMAH based developers.
AZ® P4620 (15µm holes at 24µm film thickness for Au plating)
Product Properties
Optimized resist adhesion to all common substrate materials
Broad process parameter window for stable and reproducible litho-processes
Compatible with all common developers (KOH- or TMAH-based)
Compatible with all common strippers (e. g. with AZ® 100 Remover, organic solvents or aqueous alkaline)
g-, h- and i-line sensitive (approx. 320 - 440 nm)
Resist film thickness range approx. 5 - 30 µm
Developers
If metal ion containing developers can be used the KOH-based AZ® 400K in a 1:4 dilution or the finish diluted version AZ® 400K 1:4 (for higher resist film thicknesses 1:3.5 - 1:3 diluted possible) is a suited developer.
If metal ion free developers have to be used, we recommend the TMAH-based AZ® 2026 MIF developer (undiluted).
Removers
For non cross-linked resist films the AZ® 100 Remover, DMSO or other common organic solvents can be used as stripper. If the resist film is cross-linked (e.g. by high temperature steps > 140°C, during plasma processes, such as dry etching, or during ion implantation), we recommend the NMP-free TechniStrip P1316 as remover.
AZ® 920 Remover can be a good choice as well in case of harsh treated or hard to remove resist residuals.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
We recommend for thinning and edge bead removal AZ® EBR Solvent or PGMEA. AZ® EBR 70/30 Solvent is possible as well for edge bead removal.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® P4620 Photoresist english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® P4620 Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® P4620 Photoresist english
Technical Data Sheet AZ® P4000 Series english
Information AZ® P400 Series english
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® P4903
Positive Thick Resist - AZ® P4110, AZ® P4330, AZ® P4903, AZ® P4620
General Information
The AZ® P4000 positive resist series with its members AZ® P4110, AZ® P4330, AZ® P4620 and AZ® P4903 have two main characteristics:
An improved adhesion to all common substrates for a higher stability for e.g. wet etching or plating and a lower photo active compound concentration, which allows the application of thick and very thick resist films (approx. 1 - 30 µm). This resist series have a medium thermal stability and can be developed with common KOH or TMAH based developers.
Product Properties
Optimized resist adhesion to all common substrate materials
Broad process parameter window for stable and reproducible litho-processes
Compatible with all common developers (KOH- or TMAH-based)
Compatible with all common strippers (e.g. with AZ® 100 Remover, organic solvents or aqueous alkaline)
g-, h- and i-line sensitive (approx. 320 - 440 nm)
Resist film thickness range approx. 10 - 35 µm
Developers
If metal ion containing developers can be used the KOH-based AZ® 400K in a 1:4 dilution or the finish diluted version AZ® 400K 1:4 (for higher resist film thicknesses 1:3.5 - 1:3 diluted possible) is a suited developer.
If metal ion free developers have to be used, we recommend the TMAH-based AZ® 2026 MIF developer (undiluted).
Removers
For non cross-linked resist films the AZ® 100 Remover, DMSO or other common organic solvents can be used as stripper. If the resist film is cross-linked (e.g. by high temperature steps > 140°C, during plasma processes, such as dry etching, or during ion implantation), we recommend the NMP-free TechniStrip P1316 as remover.
AZ® 920 Remover can be a good choice as well in case of harsh treated or hard to remove resist residuals.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
We recommend for thinning and edge bead removal AZ® EBR Solvent or PGMEA. AZ® EBR70/30 Solvent is possible as well for edge bead removal.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® P4903 Photoresist english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® P4903 Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® P4000 Series english
Information AZ® P400 Series english
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® P4K-AP
Protective Coating
General Information
AZ® P4K-AP is a cost-effective coating for the protection of device surfaces during operations such as back-lap or backside etch. It is based on Novolak resin and is resistant to most etchants. The thickness of this coating is 6.8 µm at 4000 rpm spin speed.
Please note, that the protective coating AZ® P4K-AP is not stable in KOH-etches typically used for silicon etching.
Product Properties
AZ® P4K-AP is a blend of resin and solvent components typical of fully formulated photoresists. The AZ® P4K-AP Protective Coating excludes the photoactive component of a fully formulated photoresist, thus removing material and QA related costs for applications where photolithographic performance in unnecessary.
AZ® P4K-AP uses the same base materials as the industry standard AZ® P4620 photoresist. It offers:
Superior adhesion to a wide variety of substrates
Compatible with many wet chemistries, both etch and plating
Good coating properties
Standard photoresist coating processes are used
The AZ® P4K-AP can be used in:
Dry etch processes
Wet etch processes
Plating processes
The AZ® P4K-AP is removed/stripped in standard wet or dry photoresist removal processes.
Developers
AZ® P4K-AP is not a photoresist, therefore there is no developer required.
Removers
AZ® P4K-AP can be removed with all common photoresist strippers such as: Acetone, alkaline solutions, AZ® 100 Remover, DMSO, AZ® 920 Remover and TechniStrip P1316.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
We recommend for thinning and edge bead removal PGMEA and AZ® EBR Solvent.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® P4K-AP Photoresist english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® P4K-AP Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® P4K-AP Photoresist english
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
AZ® Remover 910
Organic Solvent Based Remover
General Information
AZ® Remover 910 is designed to strip and dissolve positive and negative-tone, chemically amplified and DNQ/Novolak resists. It is a solvent based product that contains acids and is therefore acidic. The formulation is EH&S friendly, it contains no NMP, DMAC, DMSO and no TMAH and it is amine free.
It is especially suited for our cross-linking negative resists such as AZ® nLof 2070, 2035 and 2020, the AZ® nLof 5110 and the AZ® 15nXT series resists.
Compatibility
It is suitable for processes where sensitive metals and other materials are exposed.
It shows low etch rates on:
Al, Cu, Ti, W, TiW, TiN, Sn, Ni
Si, SiO2
Data on selectivity and compatibility are manufacturer information and do not claim to be complete. Please contact us for further details.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® Remover 910 english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® Remover 910 german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® Remover 910 english
Application Notes:
Photoresist Removal english
Entfernen von Fotolack german
AZ® Remover 920
Organic Solvent Based Remover
General Information
AZ® Remover 920 is designed for fast delamination and dissolution of photoresist patterns while maintaining broad compatibility with device substrates and metal films.
Merck’s proprietary solvent and additive blend is environmentally friendly and fully compliant with the European Union’s REACH regulatory code. Compatible with most AZ® positive resists (complete dissolution) and most AZ® negative resists (dissolution or delamination depending on degree of cross-linking).
Product Properties
Flashpoint: 84.4°C
Viscosity (20°C): 1.84 cSt
Boiling point: 188°C
Density (at 25°C): 1.084 g/cm3
Compatibility
Metals: no attack on Al, Cu, Ti, W, TiW, TiN, Sn, Ni
Substrates: Si, SiO2, GaAs
Data on selectivity and compatibility are manufacturer information and do not claim to be complete. Please contact us for further details.
Main Features
Fast delamination of photoresist patterns
Broad compatibility
Environmentally friendly
Some Applications
Bulk Photoresist Removal
Metal Lift-off Lithography
Cu Pillar Metallization Cleans
RDL Metallization Cleans
Delamination of Heavily Cured Photoresist Patterns & Organic Residues
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® Remover 920 english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® Remover 920 german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® Remover 920 english
Application Notes:
Photoresist Removal english
Entfernen von Fotolack german
AZ® TFP 650
Flat Panel Display Photoresist
General Information
The AZ® TFP 650 F5 resist is suitable for spin coat and extrusion coat applications excellent adhesion requirements and/or harsh etching conditions. It is designed to meet the requirements of the flat panel display industry. They are specifically optimized for a variety of applications including spin coat, extrusion coat and roller coat. These production-proven photoresists can be used with a variety of developers and removers, and they are formulated to be compatible with the underlying layers.
Product Properties
Ultra high photospeed
Low dark film loss
Optimized resist adhesion
Easy removal after hardbake
High resistance to harsh etchants
Compatible with all common strippers (e.g. with AZ® 100 Remover, organic solvents or aqueous alkaline)
g-, h- and i-line sensitive (approx. 320 - 440 nm)
Resist film thickness range approx. 1 – 2 µm
Developers
We recommend the TMAH-based AZ® 726 MIF or AZ® 326 MIF (this one contains surfactants).
Removers
For non cross-linked resist films the AZ® 100 Remover, DMSO or other common organic solvents cab be used as stripper. If the resist film is cross-linked (e.g. by high temperature steps > 140°C, during plasma processes such as dry etching, or during ion implantation), we recommend the NMP-free such as AZ® 920 Remover or TechniStrip P1316 as remover.
Thinning/ Edge Bead Removal
We recommend for thinning and edge bead removal the products AZ® EBR Solvent or PGMEA. AZ® EBR Solvent 70/30 is possible as well for edge bead removal.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet AZ® TFP 650 Photoresist english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt AZ® TFP 650 Fotolack german
TDS:
Technical Data Sheet AZ® TFP 650 english
Information AZ® TFP 650 english
Application Notes:
Further Information about Photoresist Processing
BOE 7:1
Buffered Oxide Etch
General Information
BOE is mainly used for etching glasses, quartz and SiO2 films.
We supply BOE 7:1 = buffered hydrofluoric acid (HF : NH4F = 12.5 : 87.5%) in VLSI-quality, which is the usual purity grades applied in semiconductor processing and micro-electronics.
NOTE:
BOE must be stored and transported above +12.5°C. Below this critical temperature of 12.5°C the material forms particles (little crystals). Since these crystals have a higher density, they will accumulate at the bottom of the bottle and will only be completely re-dissolved when the material is stored at temperatures of 30 - 35°C for some days. After this procedure the crystals should be re-dissolved completely and the BOE can be then used without restrictions.
Further Information
MSDS:
Safety Data Sheet BOE 7:1 (VLSI) english
Sicherheitsdatenblatt BOE 7:1 (VLSI) german
Specs:
Specs BOE 7:1 (VLSI)
Application Notes:
Wet Etching english
Nasschemisches Ätzen german
Further Information about Processing
Photolithography- Basics of Microstructuring
Book German Version
With this book, we would like to give you comprehensive, application-oriented know-how on wafers, photo chemicals and the structuring steps carried out with these. Theoretical basics are dealt with only to the extent as they are helpful for the understanding of the relationships between the process parameters. This keeps the focus on the description and explanation of practical examples.
We unfortunately cannot (always) give you ready-to-use recipes with guaranteed success on the way into the clean room. Rather, in the following chapters, our main objective is to provide you with all the necessary understanding for the planning, realization and optimization of your lithographic processes in all sub-steps with a minimum of time.
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