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Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis

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The NanoSpec 9200 is an automated film metrology system designed for semiconductor manufacturing. The NanoSpec 9200 can measure over 200 wafers per hour. The NanoSpec 9200 offers a spectral range of 400-800nm or 190-760nm.[1]

Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis — Inventory photo
Fig. 01Nanospec 9200 Automated Film AnalysisInventory photo[2]

What it is

The Onto Innovation Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis system is an automated film metrology tool for semiconductor manufacturing. The Nanospec 9200 is used to measure film properties on wafers in production environments.[1][2]

How it works

The Nanospec 9200 uses a spectral range of 400-800nm or 190-760nm. The Nanospec 9200 uses advanced dispersion models and a patented absolute reflectivity measurement technique to measure a majority of the single and multi-layer film stacks used in IC production.[1]

Where it fits in the process flow

The Nanospec 9200 is designed for semiconductor manufacturing and volume production. The Nanospec 9200 is intended to complement equipment efficiency in IC manufacturing.[1]

Applications

The Nanospec 9200 is used for IC production. The Nanospec 9200 measures a majority of the single and multi-layer film stacks used in IC production.[1]

Why won't it start?

Documented failure modes, common issues, and field considerations.

  • H-axis does not move

What do the numbers mean?

Wafer handling1

Throughput
over 200 wafers per hour[1]
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Optics & imaging1

The CCD detector was replaced[2]
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Control & software3

The controller was refurbished / installed, however the H-axis does not move[2]
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Dell GX110 PC Motherboard[2]
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SEMI Standard Compliance
E95-0200 (Human Interface Standard for Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment)[1]
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Dimensions & facilities1

Footprint
smallest on the market, less than half the fab space of comparable units[1]
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Configuration & options5

Spare Parts included:[2]
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Lamp Deuterium 9400-0077 without Timer[2]
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Nanometrics 7200-2418 Halogen Lamp[2]
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Nanospec 9200 Transistor[2]
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Spectral Range
400-800nm or 190-760nm[1]
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Frequently asked questions

What type of tool is the Nanospec 9200?

The Nanospec 9200 is an automated film metrology system for semiconductor manufacturing.[1]

What film structures can the Nanospec 9200 measure?

The Nanospec 9200 measures a majority of the single and multi-layer film stacks used in IC production.[1]

Does the Nanospec 9200 support recipe transfer to another system?

Programs can be created on the standalone Nanospec 9200 and transferred directly into the NanoSpec 9000 integrated system.[1]

Not publicly documented

The following facts about the Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis are absent from this record as of this revision. First-hand knowledge or a citation closes a gap; every submission is reviewed before publication.

  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis are on record.

    Answerable by: OEM historical records or a trade-press announcement

  • No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis are on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM product catalog or an engineer who ordered or specified the tool

  • The control-system platform and OS era of the Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis are not on record.

    Answerable by: an engineer who operated it or OEM installation records

  • The process node or technology generation of the Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis is not on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM datasheet or a fab qualification report

  • No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the Nanospec 9200 Automated Film Analysis are on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM parts catalog or a service engineer

Sources & citations

Sources (2)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
  1. [1]semiconductoronline.com — semiconductoronline.comsemiconductoronline.com
  2. [2]Inventory photo
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