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Wafer Thining

YURAY provides precision wafer thinning services combining back-grinding and chemical mechanical polishing to achieve ultra-thin wafers with tight thickness control, low surface roughness, and excellent uniformity — supporting 3D IC stacking, TSV reveal, and advanced packaging applications.

50 μm
Final Thickness
< 2%
Thickness Uniformity
< 0.5 nm
Surface Roughness
4 – 12"
Wafer Size

OVERVIEW

YURAY provides comprehensive wafer thinning solutions combining mechanical back-grinding and chemical mechanical polishing (CMP). From coarse material removal to ultra-smooth surface finishing, our thinning platform delivers precise thickness control, excellent uniformity, and minimal subsurface damage across silicon, glass, and compound semiconductor wafers. We support 3D IC stacking, TSV reveal, ultra-thin die packaging, and MEMS applications with integrated metrology and end-to-end process flow management.

SERVICES

Our wafer thinning platform combines high-throughput back-grinding with precision CMP finishing — enabling ultra-thin wafer manufacturing with tight thickness control and damage-free surfaces for advanced packaging and 3D integration.

Back-Grinding

Precision mechanical back-grinding for bulk wafer thickness reduction, utilizing multi-step grinding (coarse / medium / fine) with tight thickness uniformity and controlled subsurface damage — ideal for TSV reveal, 3D stacking, and ultra-thin die applications.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Parameter Specification
Final ThicknessDown to 50 μm
Thickness Uniformity< 2% (within wafer)
Surface Roughness< 200 nm (post-grind)
Wafer Size4 / 6 / 8 / 12 inch
Grinding StepsCoarse → Medium → Fine
Subsurface DamageControlled < 5 μm
Edge HandlingEdge trim & chamfer option

CASE STUDY

At YURAY, we provide end-to-end full-chain services. Below is a detailed look at how we translate stringent customer Statement of Work (SOW) requirements into delivered, proven thinning results.

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TSV Reveal CMP on 12-inch Wafer

Service Chain
01
Material Supply12-inch TSV wafer (front-side processed), incoming inspection and TSV depth confirmation.
02
Back-GrindingPrecision back-grinding near TSV depth.
03
CMP RevealCMP endpoint detection and uniformity tuning for Cu/Si selectivity.
04
Seed Layer DepositionPVD barrier + Cu seed deposition.
05
MetrologySEM cross-section, profilometry, and AFM.
06
Report & Customer ApprovalSEM images, profile data, and process records; final characterization report delivered.
12-INCH WAFER WITHIN 10 µm OF TSV PILLAR HEIGHT VARIATION < 3%
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Ultra-Thin Wafer Thinning for 3D Stacking

Service Chain
01
Material Supply8-inch silicon wafer with device layer, incoming wafer inspection and process planning.
02
Temporary BondingTemporary bonding / carrier mounting for wafer protection.
03
Back-GrindingMulti-step back-grinding with grind-wheel conditioning and real-time TTV control.
04
CMP FinishingCMP post-grind surface finishing for ultra-smooth surface.
05
MetrologyMulti-point thickness mapping and AFM measurement.
06
Report & Customer ApprovalConsolidated thinning data, images, and analysis; final characterization report delivered.
8-INCH WAFER 100 µm ± 3 µm TTV < 2 µm Ra < 0.5 nm RMS


METROLOGY & QUALITY ASSURANCE

Reliable Deposition Quality, Complimentary Characterization Included At YURAY, deposition service means more than simply depositing a film. We combine qualified equipment, controlled processes, experienced engineering support, and rigorous quality management to deliver stable, repeatable thin-film performance. Every project can be supported with a free comprehensive characterization report, providing customers with transparent and actionable quality data. Depending on the service requirements, reports may include film thickness, uniformity, surface condition, adhesion, composition, and other relevant characterization results. Choose YURAY for high-quality film deposition, responsive technical support, and verified results—without additional reporting costs

SOW Requirements

Quantified SOW Requirements

YURAY converts SOW requirements into measurable criteria, defining clear quality targets and inspection standards.

Process Improvement

Continuous Process Improvement

YURAY identifies root causes of issues, such as interface peeling, and implements effective corrective solutions.

Characterization Reports

SOW-Aligned Characterization Reports

YURAY delivers characterization reports with indicators directly aligned to SOW requirements for transparent verification.

Third-Party Confirmation

Third-Party Double Confirmation

YURAY uses independent third-party laboratories to double-confirm critical indicators through characterization and inspection.



Need a Custom Wafer or Fabrication Process?

Share your drawings, wafer specifications, or project requirements — our engineering team will prepare a technical proposal and quote within one business day.