Sep 21 2009
Meldin 7001 polyimide from Professional Plastics is replacing Vespel SP-1 in an expanding number of semiconductor applications including Wafer Processing, Handling and IC Testing components. Meldin provides a combination of high-performance properties and superior economical performance.
Meldin® 7000 Series Polyimide Shapes are available in standard 37" lengths (940mm) and 12" x 12" plates (305mm x 305mm). 44% Larger plates provide superior yields when compared to smaller Vespel® Plates.
Meldin 7001 is ideal for electrical and thermal insulating applications. In Semiconductor Wafer Processing applications, the plasma etch rate of Meldin 7001 is lower than Vespel SP-1 providing superior performance over time. In IC Test Sockets & Probe Test Heads, Meldin 7001 has replaced more expensive Vespel SP-1 while meeting the same performance standards for precision micro-drilling and long-term stability.
Meldin 7001 products feature operational temperatures of 500ºF (260ºF) for continuous operation and 900ºF for intermittent exposure, and tight tolerances of ±0.001 in. on both ODs and IDs. Meldin 7001 is suitable for high-temperature structural, high-purity semiconductor components.