KrF Lithography

05 Lithography & Mask Technology

Notation KrF

Definition

KrF lithography is deep-ultraviolet optical lithography using a krypton-fluoride excimer laser with a wavelength near 248 nm.

Application

Used for semiconductor wafer patterning at mature and mixed nodes, including metal, via, implant, and other layers that do not require shorter-wavelength exposure.

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248 nm lithography; krypton-fluoride lithography

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Evidence and further reading

  • Evidence from asml.comhttps://www.asml.com/en/products/duv-lithography-systems/twinscan-xt-1060k
  • Evidence from asml.comhttps://www.asml.com/en/news/press-releases/2001/asml-introduces-new-krf-step-and-scan-system-that-extends