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An Overview of Germanium Wafer’s Thermal Properties

May 26, 2025
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Among a germanium wafer’s unique properties, their thermal conductivity plays a big role in device performance. Here, we’ll explain them in detail.

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Common Challenges When Doping Ultra Flat Wafers

May 23, 2025
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When manufacturing ultra flat wafers, doping them can be one of the hardest steps. Here, we’ll explore some of the common challenges of this process.

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Will Silicon Wafer Suppliers in the U.S. Be Affected by Tariffs?

May 21, 2025
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The announcement of trade tariffs originally exempted silicon wafer suppliers. Still, they will potentially impact this sector, and here, we’ll explore how.

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Making Ultra Flat Wafers Out of Germanium: Challenges and Difficulties

May 19, 2025
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Germanium ultra flat wafers can be fundamental for high-performance applications, but they come with several challenges during production.

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FZ Wafer vs. CZ Wafer Showdown: Comparing Conductivity

May 16, 2025
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FZ wafers have different properties than CZ wafers due to their purity, but how does this affect their conductivity? Let’s explore that question.

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Deep Dive on the American Semiconductor Industry: What States Are Driving the Growth?

May 14, 2025
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If you’re looking for a silicon wafer supplier, there are three states where production has been growing steadily—and one with potential for further investment!

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Growing Demand for Electric Cars and Its Impact on Chip Manufacturers

May 9, 2025
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Electric vehicles contain several silicon wafers, so it makes sense that growing demand in this sector can affect silicon prices in 2025. Read on to learn more!

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What Is 3D Integration in Silicon Wafer Manufacturing

3D Integration and Stacked Wafers: The Future of ICs

May 7, 2025
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The production of silicon wafers is constantly evolving, and 3D integration of wafers is a trend that has the potential to revolutionize the sector.

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History of a Float Zone Wafer

History of Float Zone Wafers: How and When Was This Method Invented?

May 5, 2025
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A float zone wafer is best for applications requiring ultra-pure silicon. But when and how was this method of manufacturing silicon invented?

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Top 5 Emerging Semiconductor Markets Emerging Worldwide!

May 2, 2025
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America and China remain the biggest powerhouses in silicon wafer manufacturing, but markets are emerging worldwide. Here are some of them!

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