RF Sputtering

07 Deposition, Epitaxy & Thin Films

Notation RF

Definition

Thin-film deposition by ion bombardment of a target powered with radio-frequency excitation, allowing sputtering of insulating as well as conductive target materials.

Application

Deposits films from insulating targets, including oxides and nitrides, and can also deposit conductive films from metal targets.

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radio-frequency sputtering

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