The degradation of MOSFETs induced by the via etching of interlayer low-k polymers

Levent Trabzon, Osama O. Awadelkarim

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Abstract

We report on the effects of via etching through two low-k polymers (FLARE and BCB) used as interlayer dielectrics, on the prerformance of 0.35 - m long n-channel MOSFETs with 45-Å-thick gate oxides. It is observed that the via etching of the polymers damages the MOSFET and that this damage is severer in the case of BCB via etching. The inclusion of and insulating Si3N4 layer underneath the polymer is found to be very effective in reducing the MOSFET's damage. Alternatively, annealing in forming gas at 350 °C for 30 min after the via etching can further eliminate device damage.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationICM 2001 Proceedings - 13th International Conference on Microelectronics
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages103-106
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)078037522X
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2001
Event13th International Conference on Microelectronics, ICM 2001 - Rabat, Morocco
Duration: 29 Oct 200131 Oct 2001

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Conference on Microelectronics, ICM
Volume2001-January

Conference

Conference13th International Conference on Microelectronics, ICM 2001
Country/TerritoryMorocco
CityRabat
Period29/10/0131/10/01

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