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RAPIDETCH
IC Decapsulation with Single & Dual Acid Systems
The RAPIDETCH Chemical IC Decapsulator series has been designed form the ground-up to meet the Industry's past, current and future product needs for ic decapsulation, counterfeit protection and packages containing - copper decapsulation, aluminum decapsulation, gold decapsulation, and polyamide decapsulation.
EASY ACCESS CONTROLS
All system controls - program timers, temperature, acid mix, pressure -- are mounted on the front-panel of RAPIDETCH for easy access. This provides the user friendliness required by multi-tasking users in busy labs.
SAFER BY DESIGN
RAPIDETCH's use of vacuum pressure pumping technology provides an inherently operator-safe interface. Acid flow is regulated by the drawn vacuum.
No seal = no vacuum = no acid flow!
EASY MAINTENANCE
The system's design allows for easy and inexpensive extended maintenance -- all system components can be replaced by the user on-site. This optimizes up-time and puts the lab staff fully in control -- wherever the system is located throughout the world.
DUAL, SINGLE & PRE-MIXED ACID CAPABILITIES
The use of nitric and sulfuric acid mixes has become commonplace for modern package decapsulation. RAPIDETCH provides a new benchmark for the mixing of precise acid ratios and the control of acid temperature at the the etch head.
For users with a smaller variety of package types, or for those operating within tight budgets, a single acid system using single strength or pre-mixed acids, is available. For copper, aluminum, gold bond wires and polyamide coatings - recipes exist to optimize etch results.
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Product Highlights
- Etches precise openings in plastic packages of all sizes and compositions.
- Advanced pumping principle offers benefits in acid control, safety etc.
- Market-leading speeds for etch head heating & cooling. This provides maximum uptime when changing acid mixes and package types.
- Single and dual acid systems available.
- User-friendly extended maintenance.
- Intuitive control -- all system controls are front panel mounted.
| Order Code | Item | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 8420.1 | RAPIDETCH DUAL ACID ETCHER |
Includes: Integrated Etcher-controller unit, eight 5OOmL bottles, Bottle Holder, Basic Accessory Kit (Order Code: 8450.1) |
| 8425.1 | RAPIDETCH SINGLE ACID ETCHER | Includes: Integrated Etcher-controller unit, eight 5OOmL bottles, Bottle Holder, Basic Accessory Kit (Order Code: 8450.1) |
General & Safety Specifications
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Unit Size |
330mm (13") W X 360mm (14") 0 X 330mm (13") H (max), 9Kg (20 Ibs) |
| Bottle Box Size |
200mm (8") W X 250mm (10") 0 X 260mm (10") H (max) ,5Kg (10Ibs) |
| Power |
100-120VAC fused 3A or 220-240VAC fused 1.6A- 50/60Hz, 370W max, |
| Acid Mix Ratios (8420.1 unit only) |
All HN03 -10%.15%,20%,25%,30%,35%,40%,50%,100% -- All H2SO4
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Etch Temperatures |
20C to 90C (nitric acid), 20C to 250C (sulfuric acid), 20C to 100C (mixed acids) |
| Etch Methodology | Plastic decapsulation by heated acid etch method. An Inherently operator-safe vacuum draw produces regulated acid flow. |
| Etch Times | 1-999 seconds (in 1 second increments) |
| Chemical Resistivities |
ETCHER: Acid-wetted materials are fluorine-resin or glass. Structural materials are PVC, Polypropylene, Stainless Steel and Aluminum. BOTTLE HOLDER: Acid-resistant PVC construction. True secondary containment for two 500mL supply bottles. One 1000mL acid waste bottle and trap bottle. Bottle Holder accepts Worldwide standard bottle types. |
| Certifications & Compliances |
RoHS, CE, SEMI S-2, SEMI S-2,93 |
| Safety Features |
VACUUM SYSTEM continually clears the etch area during process. ABORT PROCESS SWITCH terminates etch cycle and and initiates a pump purge cycle. EMO EMERGENCY-OFF Switch places system into safe condition. Rangeof FAULT MONITORS continuously check system performance. |
| Additional Notes & Requirements |
N2 for inert etch chamber is 2 psi max@ 10 cfm min. Fume hood requiredwith acid-resistant work surface, eyewash station. Relevant standard protective clothing, gloves, eyewear, tools are required. |











