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SFS 6420 Wafer

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The KLA SFS 6420 is a standalone wafer inspection system for non-patterned particle detection. The SFS 6420 uses an Algon laser source. The SFS 6420 is compatible with 150 mm and 200 mm wafers.[1][2]

SFS 6420 Wafer — Inventory photo
Fig. 01SFS 6420 WaferInventory photo[3]

Wafer size

150mm

Power

208V[3]

Vacuum

4" diagram, 2 holes for system and laser[1]

Optics

Algon Laser[1]

What it is

The KLA SFS 6420 is a standalone wafer inspection system for non-patterned particle detection. The SFS 6420 is compatible with 150 mm and 200 mm wafers and uses an Algon laser source.[1][2]

How it works

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In laser-based particle inspection, a focused laser beam scans the wafer surface. Light scattered by particles or surface anomalies is collected by optics and converted into electrical signals to identify and map defect locations.

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Power & electrical2

Voltage
208V[3]
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Power
208V, 1 phase, 50/60Hz[1]
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Vacuum & pumping3

Vacuum
~-23inHg (Spec: >-20inHg / Quick connection)[1]
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External Exhaust
4" diagram, 2 holes for system and laser[1]
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Vacuum
~-23inHg (Spec: >-20inHg / Quick connection)[1]
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Wafer handling5

Wafer size
Non patterned wafer particle inspection, 150 mm & 200 mm compatible[1]
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Handler
150 mm & 200 mm Single Open, puck type[1]
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Wafer size
150 mm & 200 mm compatible[1]
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Inspection type
Non patterned wafer particle inspection[1]
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Wafer size compatibility
150 mm & 200 mm compatible[1]
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Optics & imaging2

Source
Algon Laser[1]
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Light source
Algon Laser[1]
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Control & software3

STANDARD SOFTWARE VERSIONS:[1]
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System Software
4.2[1]
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System software version
4.2[1]
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Dimensions & facilities1

POWER AND FACILITIES:[1]
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Configuration & options6

Phase
1 Phase[3]
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Frequency
60Hz[3]
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MAIN BODY:[1]
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Install Type
stand-alone[1]
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OS Version
Windows 98[1]
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Frequency
50/60Hz[1]
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What does it need to run?

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  • Voltage208V[3]
  • Power208V, 1 phase, 50/60Hz[1]
  • Vacuum~-23inHg (Spec: >-20inHg / Quick connection)[1]
  • External Exhaust4" diagram, 2 holes for system and laser[1]
  • Vacuum~-23inHg (Spec: >-20inHg / Quick connection)[1]

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Frequently asked questions

What wafer sizes does the SFS 6420 support?

The SFS 6420 supports 150 mm and 200 mm wafers.[1][2]

What type of light source does the SFS 6420 use?

The SFS 6420 uses an Algon laser source.[1][2]

What are the power requirements for the SFS 6420?

The SFS 6420 requires 208 V, single phase, 50/60 Hz power.[1][2]

What vacuum and exhaust connections are needed?

The system requires vacuum at approximately -23 inHg (specified >-20 inHg) with a quick-connection fitting, and a 4-inch exhaust diagram with two holes for the system and laser.[1][2]

What software does the SFS 6420 run?

The system runs Windows 98 as the operating system and system software version 4.2.[1][2]

Not publicly documented

The following facts about the SFS 6420 Wafer 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 SFS 6420 Wafer are on record.

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  • No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the SFS 6420 Wafer are on record.

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  • The control-system platform and OS era of the SFS 6420 Wafer are not on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the SFS 6420 Wafer are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the SFS 6420 Wafer is not on record.

    Answerable by: an OEM datasheet or a fab qualification report

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Sources & citations

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  1. [1]Inventory photo
  2. [2]SFS 6420 Wafer — KLA | Specs, Sourcing & Service | Waferpedia — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
  3. [3]Inventory photo
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