POWATEC Manual Wafer Mounter P-300

Despite all of the automation and the importance of accurate handling, human haptic capabilities are, in many cases, superior to sophisticated automated systems. This device is specifically designed to ergonomically maximize the advantages of the operator's capabilities and to minimize life cycle costs. This device has a proven record of nearly zero break down time since its inception over 20 years ago. The only periodic consumables are the blades and the carbon tissue of the chuck.

Customers interested in the P-300 often inquire as to how the force exerted onto the sensitive wafer is controlled while manually mounting with the pad roller. The design ensures that the chuck (on which the wafer sits) is vertically adjustable against the frame of the entire device; this not only allows for quick adjustments to accommodate different wafer thicknesses, but it also controls the amount of force applied to the wafer versus the force conveyed to the frame. This allows some of our customers to mount even the most brittle Wafers ( less than100µ, Gallium Arsenide, etc.) including in production environments, where the device can serve the capacity of 3 dicing saws.

A unique strength of the P-300 is its modular design. By simply adding an insert ring into the chuck table, it is also possible to mount wafers on DTF 2-8-1 (8") frames as well. Switching between DISCO or K&S frame types is possible via the exchangeable positioning pins. Exchanging chucks for different wafers can be done in less than 1 minute, including the height adjustment of the chuck. However, it is important to note that different wafer sizes do not always require a different chuck to be used! Besides the standard chuck with the protective carbon tissue layer, Powatec offers a wide range of standard and custom chucks such as ceramic surface, heated chuck, or even in special shapes. The P-300 can also handle various type of standard or UV release films between 200 and 400mm wide, and with the reference lines engraved onto the tape reel holder it is easy to switch between your different tapes and always have it mounted correctly.

For more information, contact POWATEC at info(at)powatec.com.