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MEMs Made with a Double Side Polish Wafer

Double Side Polishing and Chips: When Is This Step Necessary?

July 11, 2025
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Double side polishing ensures precision and consistency in semiconductors. But, for what chips and transistors rely on a double side polish wafer to function?

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FZ Wafer Uses in Research

How FZ Wafers Are Used in Research

July 9, 2025
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If you’re conducting semiconductor device or material research, you may need an FZ wafer, and here’s why.

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Rising Silicon Prices

Will Spikes in Oil Prices Affect the Cost of Silicon?

July 7, 2025
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Silicon prices have always fluctuated, and as conflict in the Middle East threatens to increase oil prices, we wonder if this will impact silicon, too.

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When the Reclaim Process Isn't Viable: Signs a GaAs Wafer no Longer Can Be Reclaimed

July 4, 2025
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Before manufacturing GaAs reclaim wafers, it’s important to understand whether or not the semiconductor can go through the reclaim process. Here are some of them.

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Sean Quinn-Wafer World CEO

Investing in Tomorrow's Engineers: Wafer World's $40K Scholarship Gift

July 2, 2025
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Wafer World supports PBSC with $40K in scholarships. They're advancing education and silicon wafer manufacturing in Florida.

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InP Wafer Thermal Properties: Opportunities and Challenges

June 27, 2025
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If you’re considering utilizing an InP wafer in your project, it’s important to first understand this material’s thermal properties, benefits, and challenges.

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Why Are Ultra Flat Wafers Valued in Research and Discovery?

June 23, 2025
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If you’re researching substrates, ultra flat wafers can be a key element to study around, and here are some reasons why.

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Understanding the Properties of InP Reclaim Wafers

June 20, 2025
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If costs are a concern for your project, you can consider using InP reclaim wafers instead of virgin ones. Here’s a breakdown of these wafer’s properties.

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What Is Wafer Etching Used For?

June 18, 2025
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During silicon wafer processing, etching plays a crucial role, especially for making transistors, ICs, and other electronic components. But, what does etching really achieve?

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Modern Wafer Dicing Techniques: The Future of Semiconductor Manufacturing

June 16, 2025
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In the past few years, silicon wafer manufacturers have explored wafer dicing techniques to prevent chipping and wafer damage. Here are two new popular techniques.

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