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High Aspect Ratio (HAR) Micro-plated Structure Using KMPR

Electroplating using high aspect ratio (HAR) photo lithography-defined microstructures is an important tool for the fabrication of micro metal structures. Electroplating molds with HAR features requires that the photoresist will survive harsh Ni, Cu, and Au electroplating bath environments and still be removed (plasma: O₂/CF₄) after the metal has been deposited. KMPR, a thick (4 - 120µm) negative photo epoxy that uses standard aqueous alkaline developers, meets these requirements.

KMPR: Benefits/Attributes

• High aspect ratio imaging with vertical sidewalls
• Up to 100+ µm in a single spin coat
• Compatible with standard aqueous developers
• No cracking
• Strippable with standard wet or dry chemistry
• Excellent metal adhesion
• Excellent plating bath stability
  

Process Flow

1. KMPR is coated onto seed layer.

2. KMPR is exposed.

3. KMPR is post-exposure baked.

4. KMPR is developed.

5. KMPR is electroplated.

Removal of KMPR

6. Immersed in NMP (MCC's Remover PG), KMPR swells.

7. Further immersed in heated NMP, KMPR continues to swell and then to lift.

8. Depending on resist thickness, plasma (O2/CF4) may be required. KMPR is removed. Rinse.

9. Result: High aspect ratio (HAR) plated structures.