Bruce 2 - Tube 5

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Bruce 2 - Tube 5


Facts

Tube 5 is used for the wet oxidation of silicon dioxide.

  • It is equipped with an external torch to produce steam oxide at lower temperatures

  • Uses hydrogen gas and oxygen to produce a steam for the faster growth of silicon dioxide.

  • Wafers are loaded into quartz boats - current sizes are 100mm & 150mm.

  • Tube is considered contaminated - not qualified for MOS grade process.

  • Currently reserved for Dr. Hirschman's Research

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