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Influence of deposition variables on LPCVD tungsten films deposited by the WF/sub 6//Si reduction

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OSTI ID:6468870

In an effort to isolate and study the Si reduction of WF/sub 6/ by the reduction reaction 2 WF/sub 6/ + 3 Si ..-->.. 2 W + 3 SiF/sub 4/, a systematic study of the influence of temperature, substrate doping, deposition time and variable flow rates of tungsten hexafluoride (WF/sub 6/) was conducted. The effect of varying these parameters on film thickness, layer resistivity, encroachment and adhesion was investigated. A set of operating conditions has been defined that yield stable, adherent, self-limiting films of -100A thickness that are free from encroachment. Film quality was found to be relatively insensitive to moderate variations in process parameters, a favorable indication in terms of process integration and manufacturability.

Research Organization:
Kirk-Mayer, Inc., Albuquerque, NM (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-76DP00789
OSTI ID:
6468870
Report Number(s):
SAND-85-7254C; CONF-8510238-1; ON: DE86003727
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English