IONIX® 3'' UHV Circular Sputtering Source

The IX3U magnetron sputtering source has a target diameter of 75 mm (3'') and can be used with non-ferromagnetic targets varying from 4 - 8 mm thickness.

The magnetron features indirect cooling of the target, discrete target clamping and a sliding anode allowing easy adjustment of the dark space gap when varying target thickness. The IX3U has a fully UHV compatible design utilizing only metallic seals and construction materials with low-outgassing rate. The IX3U is bakeable up to 200°C with its SmCo magnet array inserted and can be in DC, AC, RF and pulsed operation.

Optionally a version for ferromagnetic target materials ( for 2 -3 mm Ni, 1 mm Fe) is available. The IX3U can be either internally mounted via DN16CF interface or directly flange mounted on a DN100CF flange.

Features

  • internal mounting with CF interface
  • target diameter 3" (76.2 mm)
  • targets 4 - 8 mm thick, non-magnetic
  • magnetic targets Fe 1 mm, Ni 2 ... 3 mm thick
  • indirectly cooled targets
  • magnet array completely isolated from cooling water
  • for DC, AC, RF and pulsed operation
  • water tubes Ø6xØ4 mm

Technical data

Target   Dimensions  
form circular/planar diameter 103 mm
diameter 3" (76.2 mm) ± 0.25mm height 103 mm (+48 mm CF16)
thickness 4 - 8 mm Mounting tube Ø1" x 300 mm
cooling indirect ***
  DN 16 CF
Working pressure argon Construction materials stainless steel
OFHC - type copper
Al2O3
nonmagnetic targets 3x10-3- 10-1 mbar Cooling water  
best performance 5x10-3-5x10-2mbar flow 1 l / (min x kW)
Typical rates   max. inlet temperature ≤ 30°C
Al, 100 mm distance 14 Å/s @ 1000W max. pressure ≤ 2 bar open drain
Cu, 100 mm distance 25 Å/s @ 1000W Ø tubing Ø6xØ4 mm PTFE
Electrical specifications   Magnet array permanent SmCo
max. power, watts DC 1000 W DC* max. temperature 200°C
max. power, watts RF 600 W RF* Accessories and options  
max. current DC 5 A - quick coupling f/t - ±45° flexible tilt
max. voltage DC 1000 V - ferromagnetic materials - 40° insitu tilt
connector DC type N - gas inlet option - chimney option
connector RF type 7/16 ** - pneumatic shutter - flange mounting
* This value refers to the magnetron itself. The maximum power is determined by the target material and
its bonding or clamping technique.
** RF-Version requires special connector and/or installation. More details on request.
*** Direct cooling on request.

We reserve the right for technical changes in design and specifications without notice or obligations.

Mounting options

  • Chimney
  • +/- 45° tilt or 40° insitu-tilt
  • Pneumatic, electric or manual shutter
  • Gas distribution
  • Quick coupling feedtrough
  • Z-Manipulator
  • CF flange mounting option

Dimensions

Dimensions for IX3U flange assembly consisting of sputtering source with chimney, tilt, pneumatic shutter and gas distribution on DN160CF