OverviewVMZ-NWL200 is an automatic wafer measuring system that integrates the NEXIV video measuring system with the NWL200 wafer loader. Using advanced image processing, it performs automatic high-speed, high-precision measurements of 6-inch and 8-inch wafers held in carriers, and provides measurement data suitable for semiconductor process control.
Reliability, efficiency and operability- High reliability: Fully automatic, repeatable measurements reduce operator variation. Nikon optical technology produces clear images for accurate edge detection.
- High efficiency: Inspection can be started with one click. Measurement throughput is significantly higher than conventional measuring microscopes, reducing cost of ownership.
- High operability: GUI displays wafer graphics so operators can select chips by clicking; dedicated software simplifies process-control workflows and accelerates feedback to production lines.
Product highlights- Integrated measuring cell combining NEXIV video measuring system and NWL200 automatic wafer loader.
- Automatic and safe inspection of 6-inch and 8-inch wafers loaded in carriers.
- High-speed, high-precision measurement designed for semiconductor process control and Quality 4.0 data requirements.
Core features- Automatic wafer handling and measurement for 6" and 8" wafers in carriers, including transfer and positioning functions.
- Robust inspection programs with creation, execution and storage capabilities and full traceability.
- Supports yield improvement by delivering rapid, high-quality measurement data to production control systems.
- GUI-driven chip selection and measurement setup to simplify operator tasks.
Technical specifications- Device: Video Measuring System – NEXIV (VMZ-S3020 Type2 / Type3 / TypeTZ); Loader – NWL200
- Wafer size: 6 inch, 8 inch (SEMI/JEIDA standard)
- Compatible carriers: 6" – PA182-60MB-06XX (Entegris); 8" – PA192-80M-06XX (Entegris)
- Throughput (transfer reference): 6 min 45 sec for 25 wafers (excluding measurement time)
- Minimum L/S: 500 line/mm
- Operating temperature: 19–26 °C
- Operating humidity: less than 70% RH
- Dimensions (W x D): 4125 x 3040 mm
- Power supply voltage: AC 100–120 V / 200–240 V
- Power frequency: 50 Hz / 60 Hz
- Current consumption: 7.5 A / 3.7 A
- Vacuum: -80 kPa
Notes- *1 Wafer transfer evaluation required before sale.
- *2 Transfer time indicated is for 25 wafers and excludes measurement time.