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Spectra G 800

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The Edwards Spectra G 800 is a gas abatement system for nitride-based MOCVD processes. The Spectra G 800 employs 4-stage combustion and can treat gases including H2, NH3, TMGa, TMAI and TMIn. The Spectra G 800 has a maximum gas flow rate of 800 slm.[1]

Spectra G 800 — Inventory photo
Fig. 01Spectra G 800Inventory photo[2]

Power

3 Phase[2]

Vacuum

7 bar[1]

Gas delivery

800 slm[1]

What it is

The Edwards Spectra G 800 is a gas abatement system designed for the treatment of exhaust gases from semiconductor manufacturing processes. The system is specifically intended for nitride-based metalorganic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD) processes that use large flows of hydrogen and ammonia.[1]

How it works

The Spectra G 800 uses a 4-stage combustion process to break down hazardous gases. The system incorporates a powder handling system to manage solid byproducts and an intuitive control display panel for operator interface.[1]

Where it fits in the process flow

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In a typical nitride MOCVD installation, the abatement system handles the hydrogen-rich and ammonia-rich exhaust from the deposition chamber. Effective abatement is critical for safety and environmental compliance because ammonia and metalorganic precursors are toxic and flammable.

What do the numbers mean?

Power & electrical4

Phase
3 Phase[2]
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Electrical supply
200-208 VAC 3-phase[1]
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Frequency
50/60 Hz[1]
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Power consumption
4 kW[1]
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Vacuum & pumping2

Nitrogen supply pressure
7 bar[1]
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Fuel gas supply pressure
137 mbar (2 psi)[1]
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Gas & chemistry1

Maximum gas flow rate
800 slm[1]
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Dimensions & facilities1

Mass
658 Kg[1]
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Configuration & options5

4 port inlets[2]
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Number of inlet ports
1 to 4[1]
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Extract flow rate
60 Nm3/min[1]
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Combustion stages
4-stage[1]
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Number of inlet ports (listing source)
4 port inlets[2]
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What does it need to run?

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  • Phase3 Phase[2]
  • Maximum gas flow rate800 slm[1]
  • Electrical supply200-208 VAC 3-phase[1]
  • Frequency50/60 Hz[1]
  • Power consumption4 kW[1]
  • Nitrogen supply pressure7 bar[1]
  • Fuel gas supply pressure137 mbar (2 psi)[1]

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Frequently asked questions

How many inlet ports does the Spectra G 800 support?

The system can be configured with one to four inlet ports.[1]

What are the electrical requirements of the Spectra G 800?

The electrical supply is 200-208 VAC, 3-phase, at 50 or 60 Hz, with a power consumption of 4 kW.[1]

Which gases can be treated by the Spectra G 800?

The system can treat hydrogen, ammonia, trimethylgallium, trimethylaluminum, and trimethylindium. Other gases may be handled after consultation with an exhaust management specialist.[1]

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  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Spectra G 800 are on record.

    Answerable by: OEM historical records or a trade-press announcement

  • No publicly documented variants, configuration options, or revision breakpoints of the Spectra G 800 are on record.

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  • The control-system platform and OS era of the Spectra G 800 are not on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the Spectra G 800 are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the Spectra G 800 is not on record.

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Sources & citations

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  1. [1]web.archive.org — bocedwards.com (Jun 17, 2007)web.archive.org
  2. [2]Inventory photo
  3. [3]Inventory photo
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