Borofloat 33 Glass Wafers
Borofloat 33 glass wafer is used in a wide range of applications like micro-optics, sensors, microlithography, semiconductor engineering, lighting, medical technology, etc and it has outstanding properties. It is manufactured using the latest technology and features a clear, colorless, high-quality mirror-like surface and excellent optical quality. It has a uniform thickness, low internal stresses, and is resistant to thermal shock.
WaferPro offers a wide variety of high-purity borofloat 33 glass wafers for the semiconductor industry because they are chemically inert and have low levels of density variation across the surface.
WaferPro also offers borofloat 33 glass wafers for the microelectronics industry from our exclusive plant. As a leading supplier of high-purity borofloat 33 glass wafers, we are able to meet any customer need with our extensive product lines. We deliver our high-purity borofloat on time, every time, with consistent quality.
Types Of Borofloat 33 Glass Wafers
WaferPro Borofloat 33 glass wafers are made with a carefully adjusted formula that creates the proper amount of strength, hardness and wear resistance. Borofloat has excellent thermo-oxidation and oxidation stability, so it is well suited for most applications.
The standard thickness for general purpose applications
Thinner than standard for applications needing less weight or a slimmer profile
Thicker than standard for applications needing more strength and durability
Can be made into unique shapes beyond standard circles for specialized applications
Key Applications of Borofloat 33 Glass Wafers
Here is a list of some key applications for Borofloat 33 Glass Wafers:
MEMS
Borofloat glass wafers used as substrates for fabricating MEMS sensors, actuators, and microfluidic devices
Optics
Precision optical components like flats, windows, prisms, filters leverage the optical quality of borofloat glass
Semiconductor Processing
Borofloat glass a common material for wafer carriers supporting device wafers
Photonics
Borofloat substrates support fabrication of planar waveguides, gratings and optical circuits
Astronomy
Borofloat’s transmittance suits optical windows/lenses for telescopes and instrumentation
Electrophoresis
Borofloat glass microchip devices useful for electrophoresis bio-analysis
Electrochemistry
Glass wafers provide excellent insulation and chemical resistance for electrochemical reactions
Optical Metrology
Ultra-flatness and surface quality aid its use as calibration standard artifact
Educational Kits
Etchability and electrical insulation make borofloat glass a teaching lab resource
Our Capability
| Size | Inch | 2" | 3" | 4" | 6" | 8" | 10" | 12” |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | mm | 50.8 | 76.2 | 100 | 150 | 200 | 250 | 300 |
| Tolerance (±) | mm | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Thickness | µm | 100 and up | 100 and up | 100 and up | 300 and up | 400 and up | 500 and up | 500 and up |
| Primary reference flat | mm | 32.5 | 32.5 | 32.5 | 57.5 | Semi-notch | Semi-notch | Semi-notch |
| LTV (5mmx5mm) | µm | < 0.5 | < 0.5 | < 0.5 | < 0.5 | < 0.5 | < 0.5 | < 0.5 |
| TTV | µm | < 2 | < 2 | < 2 | < 3 | <3 | <5 | <5 |
| Bow | µm | ±20 | ±20 | ±20 | ±30 | ±40 | ±40 | ±40 |
| Warp | µm | ≤ 30 | ≤ 30 | ≤ 30 | ≤ 40 | ≤ 50 | ≤ 50 | ≤ 50 |
| PLTV(5mm*5mm)<0.4um | % | ≥95% | ≥95% | ≥95% | ≥95% | ≥95% | ≥95% | ≥95% |
| Edge Rounding | mm | SEMI Std. | SEMI Std. | SEMI Std. | SEMI Std. | SEMI Std. | SEMI Std. | SEMI Std. |
| Surface Type | SSP/DSP | SSP/DSP | SSP/DSP | SSP/DSP | SSP/DSP | SSP/DSP | SSP/DSP | |
| Surface Roughness | nm | ≤1 | ≤1 | ≤1 | ≤1 | ≤1 | ≤1 | ≤1 |
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Why Choose WaferPro?
Exceptional Properties, Superior Manufacturing
At WaferPro, we specialize in producing high-quality borofloat 33 glass wafers for a variety of industries and applications. As a leader in precision glass manufacturing, we leverage decades of expertise to craft borofloat wafers with outstanding properties and characteristics.
What Sets Borofloat 33 Apart?
Borofloat 33 glass is highly valued for its exceptional optical, thermal, and mechanical properties. Key benefits include:
- Very low thermal expansion coefficient, ensuring dimensional stability
- High optical transmission in visible and ultraviolet wavelengths
- High chemical durability and resistance to water corrosion
- High homogeneity for outstanding surface quality
- Excellent thermoforming characteristics
This specialized glass composition makes borofloat 33 perfectly suited for precision applications like lithography, imaging, MEMS fabrication, optoelectronics and more.
Rigorous Manufacturing Standards
While the glass material itself provides a strong foundation, our state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques unlock borofloat’s full potential. Our melters, formers and machining equipment are custom-designed to produce extremely precise wafers with:
- Ultra-flat and parallel surfaces
- Consistent thickness variance
- Polished micro-roughness
- High geometric accuracy
- Customizable dimensions and geometries
We adhere to strict quality assurance processes throughout production, carrying out rigorous measurement and testing procedures to ensure every wafer meets exact specifications.
When selection perfection in glass wafers is a must, look no further than WaferPro. Our borofloat 33 wafers deliver superior properties and near-flawless quality to meet your most demanding application needs. Learn more about our specialized glass manufacturing capabilities.
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