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Technology Introduction

FIB-based delayering is a technique that selectively removes specific layers in semiconductor devices or package structures using a Focused Ion Beam (FIB), enabling detailed analysis of underlying layers and potential defects.

When using Hydra FIB, higher milling rates and more uniform delayering over larger areas can be achieved compared to conventional Ga FIB systems. In addition, selective Cu delayering can be performed on targeted regions.

This technique is particularly useful for advanced device structures where conventional physical or chemical wet delayering methods are difficult to apply. With precise position control, site-specific delayering can also be effectively implemented.

Application

BEOL Structure and Cu Interconnection Analysis

Process Defect Analysis

Advanced Node & Complex Stack Structure Analysis

Pad Formation

The Equipment

  • Feature

    Description

    Model / Maker

    Helios 5 Hydra / ThermoFisher Scientific

    Function

    Cross section analysis

    TEM Lamella Preparation (Ga damage free)

    FIB Delayering

    SEM

    SEM Resolution

    At optimum WD : 0.7m @ 1kV, 1nm@500V

    At coincident point : 0.6nm@15kV, 1.2nm@1kV

    Ion

    Ion bean current range

    1.5pA to 2.5uA

    Accelerating voltage range

    500V~30kV

    Ion species

    Xe, Ar, O, N (Switching <10mins)

    Accessory

    EDS

    Ultim Max 170 (170mm²)

    Key benefits

    Large area cross sectional analysis for 200µm x 200µm cross section
    Ar : 45min
    Xe : 1.5 hrs
    Ga : 30 hrs

    O milling : cleaner and smoother cut faces

Verios 5 / ThermoFisher Scientific

Technical Use Case