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MicroPrime HP Primer

MicroPrime HP Primer
(CH3) 3SiNHSi(CH3) 3

Ultra- High Purity Grade HDMS
Photoresist Adhesion Promoter

MicroPrime HP Primer is a highly purified grade of hexamethyldisilazane (HMDS) produced for semiconductor process applications.

Physical Properties

Empirical Formula C6H19NSi2
Molecular Weight 161.4
Density, 25°C 0.769
Boiling Point 126°C
Flash Point 10°C
Refractive Index 1.4055
UV Absorption max (270nm) 0.25

The risk associated with corrosion development in all semiconductor devices warrants the continual progression in development of higher purity materials. This is especially true for materials such as adhesion promoters which are used at all levels of device processing. Residues and ionic impurities of MicroPrime HP Primer are at minimum levels, greatly reducing the risk of metal layer corrosion.

MicroPrime HP Primer Data Sheet 151KB

  Application

MicroPrime HP Primer can be applied to oxide substrates by several techniques, including vapor prime, spinning and spraying. Environmentally stable primed substrates with uniform coverage are obtained by treatment in vapor deposition tracks and ovens (Typical application temperatures are from 100-150°C). Vapor prime application offers rapid and uniform reproducible priming of substrates with a minimum quantity of MicroPrime HP Primer.

Spinning is also a common form of application. A small amount of MicroPrime HP Primer is applied neat to a wafer spun at 3000-5000 rpm. This is followed by bake at 100-150 °C.

Specification Data

Purity,min %  99.7%
Residue, max 3.0ppm
Chloride 0.5ppm

Typical * Elemental Impurities
Less that 5ppb each

Ag Silver
Al Aluminum
As Arsenic
Ca Calcium
Cr Chromium
Cu Copper
Fe Iron
K Potassium
Mg Magnesium
Ma Maganese
Na Sodium
Ni Nickel
Pb Lead
Sb Antimony<10ppb
Zn Zinc
  Reaction Mechanism

MicroPrime HP Prime reacts readily with silicon oxide surfaces removing adsorbed water and reducing surface silanols, thus preventing future adsorption of water and other polar materials. During this process, small amounts of ammonia are liberated. Photoresists wet HMDS-treated surfaces uniformly. The developers and etchants used in subsequent steps are unable to penetrate the HMDS treated SiO2/resist interface. This prevents lifting and minimizes undercutting of the resist. 

  Packaging

MicroPrime HP Primer is available is 1 pint, 1 quart and 1 gallon glass bottles and various Now Pak®* containers for efficient use. MicroPrime HP Primer is filtered to 0.1 micron for semiconductor process applications. 

Contact your Shin-Etsu MicroSi representative regarding high purity package options including stainless steel canisters.

  Shelf Life

MicroPrime HP is stable for over one year as 100% active material in unopened containers. Once opened, moisture will react with MicroPrime HP Primer, reducing purity.

  Cautions in Handling

MicroPrime HP Primer can cause severe burns to eyes and irritation of the skin. In case of contact with the eyes, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. In case of skin contact, flush with plenty of water. The material should be handled in areas with adequate ventilation to avoid excessive exposure to solvent vapors.

MicroPrime HP Primer is not for food or drug use.

MicroPrime HP Primer is a flammable liquid. Fires may be extinguished with CO2 or foam. 

Please refer to Material Safety Data Sheets prior to using MicroPrime HP Primer. 

* Now Pak® is a registered trademark of NOW Technologies, Inc.

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