Canon
FPA 6000 ES 6 a
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The Canon FPA 6000 ES 6 a is a lithography scanner. The Canon FPA 6000 ES 6 a is a 12-inch wafer tool. The Canon FPA 6000 ES 6 a uses 248nm (KrF) exposure.[1][2]
What it is
How it works
The Canon FPA 6000 ES 6 a is a step-and-scan lithography tool.[4]
Where it fits in the process flow
Applications
The Canon FPA 6000 ES 6 a is used for volume production lithography.[4]
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Field notes
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Frequently asked questions
What is the typical resolution capability of this class of lithography tool?General reference — not yet source-verified
Resolution depends on factors such as exposure wavelength, numerical aperture of the projection lens, and process conditions. Machines in this class can achieve sub-micron to nanometer-scale feature sizes, enabling patterning for a range of technology nodes.
What types of light sources are used in such systems?General reference — not yet source-verified
Common light sources include mercury arc lamps (producing g-line or i-line wavelengths) and excimer lasers (e.g., KrF, ArF) for deeper ultraviolet exposure. The choice determines the achievable resolution and depth of focus.
What factors influence the throughput of this class of machine?General reference — not yet source-verified
Throughput is influenced by exposure field size, scan speed, wafer handling time, alignment procedures, and the number of layers being processed. Stage acceleration, light source power, and resist sensitivity also play a role.
What regular maintenance is required for such lithography tools?General reference — not yet source-verified
Preventive maintenance includes cleaning optical surfaces, calibrating the projection lens and alignment system, lubricating and servicing the wafer and reticle stages, monitoring environmental conditions, and replacing consumables like filters and lamps or laser modules as needed.
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No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the FPA 6000 ES 6 a are on record.
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No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the FPA 6000 ES 6 a are on record.
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The control-system platform and OS era of the FPA 6000 ES 6 a are not on record.
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No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the FPA 6000 ES 6 a are on record.
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The process node or technology generation of the FPA 6000 ES 6 a is not on record.
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Sources & citations
Sources (5)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]inventory listing
- [2]waferpedia.com — waferpedia.comwaferpedia.com
- [3]agsemiconductor.com — agsemiconductor.comagsemiconductor.com
- [4]generalmanual.com — generalmanual.comgeneralmanual.com
- [5]Equipment inventory listing
Last updated Oct 9, 2026.
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