In today's rapidly developing precision industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, new displays, and new energy, precise measurement of parameters such as surface morphology, step height, and film thickness has become the core of product quality control. Choose a product with stable performance and high cost-effectivenessBrand of contouring instrumentNot only can it improve the efficiency of laboratory research and development, but it can also provide reliable data support for factory mass production. As a professional supplier specializing in precision thin film measurement, the KLA Profilm3D optical profilometer has become the preferred brand for many laboratories and factories due to its excellent performance and comprehensive services. At present, there are many brands of profilometers on the market, with significant differences in technical level and price. How to choose products that are suitable for their own needs has become a challenge faced by many enterprises and research institutions.
1、 Upgrading precision manufacturing to generate brand demand for cost-effective contour meters
With the evolution of semiconductor technology towards 7nm and below nodes, the requirements for surface measurement accuracy in advanced packaging, MEMS microelectromechanical systems, compound semiconductors, and other fields have reached the nanometer level. The traditional contact measurement method is not only inefficient, but also prone to damaging fragile thin films and microstructures, which cannot meet the needs of modern precision manufacturing.
In this context, professional contour measurement brands have gradually become industry standard due to their advantages of non-contact measurement, high precision, and high speed. At the same time, more and more companies are no longer blindly pursuing imported high-end equipment, but are paying more attention to the cost-effectiveness and localized service capabilities of their products, which has also driven the rapid growth of the market for high cost-effective contour instrument brands. Since its establishment in 2012, Unicon Technology has always focused on the field of precision measurement, introducing globally leading measuring equipment to domestic customers. Among them, the KLA Profilm3D optical profilometer is a typical representative of the brand of cost-effective profilometers.
2、 The core technology and product advantages of mainstream contour meters
At present, the mainstream brands of profilometers in the market mainly focus on two categories: optical profilometers and probe profilometers. Among them, optical profilometers are the most widely used due to their non-contact, non-destructive, and fast measurement speed characteristics.
The KLA Profilm3D white light interference profilometer from Nikon Technology uses vertical interference scanning (WLI) technology and phase interference (PSI) technology to achieve sub nanometer level surface morphology research at a lower price. The 10x objective lens of this product can provide a field of view of 2mm, coupled with a maximum 4x optical zoom function, which can meet different measurement needs without frequent lens replacement, effectively reducing procurement costs.
In terms of hardware configuration, the KLA Profilm3D optical profiler comes standard with a 100mm automatic XY sample stage, a 4-hole objective lens turntable, and a manual leveling device, which can meet the routine measurement needs of most laboratories and factories. Its vertical resolution can reach sub nanometer level (<1nm), step height accuracy is 0.7%, RMS repeatability (PSI) is as low as 0.1nm, and it can accurately measure various surface features from 50nm to 10mm. The applicable range of sample reflectivity is 0.05% -100%, fully compatible with ISO25178 standard.
In addition, the software system of this product is easy to operate and can intuitively display parameters such as surface roughness, shape, and step height. All common roughness parameters on flat and curved surfaces can be obtained within seconds.
3、 How to choose the appropriate brand of profilometer for different scenarios
When choosing a brand of profilometer, it is necessary to comprehensively consider its own application scenarios and measurement needs.
For laboratory research and development scenarios, it is usually necessary to measure various types of materials and structures, so a brand of profilometer with comprehensive functionality and high accuracy should be selected. The KLA Profilm3D optical profilometer supports multiple measurement functions such as step height, shape, stress, film thickness, and defect detection. It can measure the surface morphology of various materials such as semiconductor photoresist, dielectric layers, MEMS devices, and biological samples, fully meeting the diverse research and development needs of the laboratory.
For factory mass production scenarios, greater emphasis is placed on measurement stability, automation level, and speed. The KLA Profilm3D optical profilometer is equipped with an automatic XY sample stage, which can achieve automatic measurement of batch samples, generate standardized testing reports, and effectively improve production efficiency and product yield. Unicon Technology can also provide customized measurement solutions based on the factory's production process, achieving seamless integration with the production line.
In order to help customers choose the most suitable equipment, Unicon Technology provides free sample testing services, allowing customers to verify the compatibility of the equipment before procurement and reduce procurement risks. Customers only need to send the samples to the laboratory of Unicon Technology, and professional engineers will complete the measurement and provide detailed testing reports in the shortest possible time.
4、 Comparison of Brand Service Systems for High Cost Performance Contour Meters
In addition to the performance of the product itself, the service system is also a key factor to consider when choosing a brand for a profilometer. High quality contour measurement brands will establish a comprehensive service system to provide customers with one-stop solutions from demand analysis to after-sales support.
Unicon Technology has established branches, research and development centers or laboratories in Shanghai, Dongguan, Tianjin, Chengdu, Suzhou and other places, forming a nationwide service network to ensure rapid response to customer service needs in various regions. In terms of after-sales support, Younikon Technology provides 7 × 24- hour online service and an 8-hour rapid response mechanism, equipped with experienced senior engineers in the industry, who can promptly solve various problems encountered by customers during use.
In addition, Younikon Technology also provides full lifecycle services, including the supply of various types of spare parts such as light sources, thickness standard films, probes, as well as value-added services such as equipment maintenance, system integration, official equipment recycling and sales, to ensure that the equipment can operate stably for a long time. For customers who have newly purchased equipment, Younikon Technology will also provide free installation, debugging, and operation training to help customers quickly master the usage of the equipment.
In summary, when choosing a brand of contour measuring instrument with high cost-effectiveness, it is necessary to comprehensively consider multiple dimensions such as technical performance, product adaptability, and service system. The KLA Profilm3D optical profilometer, represented by Unicon Technology, has become the preferred brand for laboratory and factory profilometers due to its sub nanometer measurement accuracy, comprehensive functional configuration, and perfect localization services. Whether it is basic research in the laboratory or mass production quality control in the factory, Unicon Technology can provide customers with professional and reliable one-stop measurement solutions, helping enterprises improve product quality and core competitiveness.
About Us:
Since its establishment, Younikon Technology Co., Ltd. (Yiying Technology) has been focusing on precision thin film measurement and laboratory environment optimization. It is the general agent of Filmetrics film thickness gauge in China. We are committed to providing professional products and attentive services to safeguard your precision instruments.
