Oxford Instruments
IBD
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What it is
How it works
Where it fits in the process flow
General reference — not yet source-verifiedIon beam deposition is typically used in semiconductor manufacturing for applications requiring high-quality films with low defect densities, such as for advanced interconnects, barrier layers, or optical coatings. The IBD process is often performed in a vacuum chamber and can be integrated into a cluster tool or used as a stand-alone system.
Applications
General reference — not yet source-verifiedCommon applications of ion beam deposition include the deposition of dielectric films, metal layers, and optical coatings for photonics, MEMS, and advanced packaging. The Oxford IBD Chamber is suited for these applications in research and production environments.
What do the numbers mean?
Power & electrical2
- with RF gridded ion source[2]
Configuration & options2
- with hollow cathode DC ion source[1]
Vintage & configurations
Documented models & variants
| Designation | Generation | Vintage | Changes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford IBD Chamber (Ion Beam Deposition) with hollow cathode DC ion source | — | — | Listed with a hollow cathode DC ion source. | Equipment inventory listing[1] |
| Oxford IBD Chamber (Ion Beam Deposition) with RF gridded ion source | — | — | Listed with an RF gridded ion source. | Equipment inventory listing[2] |
What does it need to run?
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Frequently asked questions
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No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the IBD are on record.
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The control-system platform and OS era of the IBD are not on record.
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No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the IBD are on record.
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The process node or technology generation of the IBD is not on record.
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No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the IBD are on record.
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Sources & citations
Sources (3)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
- [1]inventory listing
- [2]inventory listing
- [3]IBD - Wikipedia — en.wikipedia.orgen.wikipedia.org
Last updated Sep 30, 2026.
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