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The latest innovations, product launches, and technical breakthroughs from KDF Technologies — the leader in inline batch sputtering systems.
How KDF's reactive DC sputtering platform enables precise tuning of TiO₂ optical, mechanical, and electrical properties — refractive index from 2.1 to 2.8, roughness from 250 Å to 50 Å, all at constant thickness.
A breakthrough in sputtering system design delivering metallic film uniformity better than ±1% and repeatability exceeding ±0.5% — combining advanced planetary motion with linear scanning.
How KDF Technologies acquired and preserved MRC's legendary 903/943 sputtering platforms — and continues advancing them for today's semiconductor and photonics industries.
Precise tuning of TiO₂ optical, mechanical, and electrical properties via O₂/(Ar+O₂) ratio — refractive index, roughness, stress, and sheet resistance all controllable at constant thickness.
Repeatable results, rugged equipment, and tools that scale with your line — KDF Technologies, part of the Kurt J. Lesker Company family.
Advanced process control for functional oxides, nitrides and compounds via plasma emission monitoring technology.
KDF continues to innovate in reactive sputtering with specially designed and patented sputter sources integrated with Plasma Emission Monitoring.
Optimally designed gas rings, specialized cathode configurations, and other features that set KDF apart in reactive sputtering applications.
KDF recently hosted Boston Scientific for acceptance testing of their new 954i sputter system, joining their existing fleet of KDF tools.
New option allows 5 pallets to be loaded into the system load lock simultaneously, increasing throughput and reducing operator intervention.
The new internally motor-driven planetary pallet accommodates wafer sizes from 2 to 5 inches with improved uniformity performance.
The 844i has been re-engineered to process heavier payloads up to 140 lbs with new upgrades across the platform.
A patented full face erosion rectangular cathode design available for all KDF systems, delivering superior target utilization.
How KDF's precision sputtering systems are enabling the next generation of reliable consumer and industrial electronic devices.
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