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Archer 10 Overlay Measurement

Metrology & Inspection KLA Archer 10 Overlay Measurement family

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Performance

Overlay measurement^[3]

Optics

coherence probe interference microscope^[4]

What it is

The KLA Archer 10 Overlay Measurement is a metrology and inspection system for overlay measurement.^[1]^[2]

How it works

General reference — not yet source-verified

Overlay metrology tools measure alignment error between patterned layers so lithography alignment can be checked and corrected.

Where it fits in the process flow

The Archer 10 Overlay Measurement is a semiconductor manufacturing tool in the metrology and inspection segment of the fab.^[1]^[2]

Applications

The Archer 10 Overlay Measurement is used for wafer overlay measurement in semiconductor lithography control.^[2]^[5]

What do the numbers mean?

Wafer handling2

Wafer handling: 200mm dual open^[4]
Wafer handler: 200mm dual port open wafer handler^[5]

Optics & imaging1

Optical module: coherence probe interference microscope^[4]

Performance2

Description: Overlay measurement^[3]
Automated overlay measurement module: Fully automated^[4]

Control & software5

Software: Windows NT based SW and User Interface^[4]
Software: Software 5.6^[5]
Computer: KLASS RS2 computer^[5]
Computer upgrade: XP computer upgrade^[5]
Integration software: KLASS station integration software^[4]

Configuration & options4

OEM: KLA^[1]
Model: Archer 10^[1]
Category: Metrology & Inspection^[2]
Version: 300mm^[3]

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of machine is the KLA Archer 10 Overlay Measurement?

The KLA Archer 10 Overlay Measurement is a metrology and inspection system for overlay measurement.^[1]^[2]

What does the Archer 10 Overlay Measurement measure?

The Archer 10 Overlay Measurement measures wafer overlay for semiconductor lithography control.^[2]^[5]

How is the Archer 10 Overlay Measurement positioned in the lithography flow?

Overlay metrology sits in the lithography control flow, where measured alignment error is used to tune exposure and correction settings.^[2]^[5]

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