• For accurate positioning and structural alignment, improving accuracy and tolerances are essential.
• Enhanced versatility, providing a variety of glass types, physical and chemical properties to meet the needs of many applications.
• Provide comprehensive cooperation from product development to mass production. Special glass inventor and optical technology pioneer-SCHOTT continues to expand its structured glass wafer portfolio FLEXINITY® for various industrial applications. The current ultra-tight tolerances below 20 microns (± 10 microns) make it possible to align components with high precision and accuracy. The maximum thickness ranges from ultra-thin thickness of 100μm to thin thickness of 3.3 mm, and the maximum width is up to 600mm. At present, the new production line in Penang, Malaysia has entered mass production scale. With the broadened structured glass product portfolio FLEXINITY®, SCHOTT can provide a full range of services from product development to mass production.
Mainz, Germany, September 1, 2020-SCHOTT's structured glass wafer and glass slide combination FLEXINITY® now combines the best accuracy, tight tolerances (less than 20 microns (± 10 microns)), maximum thickness and Width range (from ultra-thin thickness of 0.1-3.3 mm to ultra-wide diameter up to 12 inches or more) and other features. Various types of glass and a high level of structuring can customize solutions for various industry applications, such as semiconductor and sensing, pressure sensors, camera imaging, optoelectronics and RF/IC packaging, biotechnology and diagnostics, and sustainable energy. With the new production line in Penang, Malaysia, SCHOTT FLEXINITY® provides comprehensive cooperation from product design and development to mass production.
The revolution of structured glass: SCHOTT FLEXINITY® has unprecedented precision
Innovations in various application areas have gradually increased the demand for structured glass wafers, which include unique challenges and different requirements for materials. In addition, the trend of miniaturization and the demand for high precision continue to promote the continuous advancement of advanced manufacturing technology of electronic components. Major technological advancements depend on high-precision structured glass wafers to achieve smaller high-performance components. Today's highly agile development cycle is accompanied by multiple improvements in test design. Maximum flexibility and speed are a must for component suppliers, and are also important for samples.
Unmatched accuracy, suitable for high-tech applications
The groundbreaking structure of SCHOTT FLEXINITY® glass wafers has unmatched accuracy, which is essential for precise positioning and structural alignment in high-tech applications. Tight tolerances below 20 microns (± 10 microns) ensure perfect alignment between components and achieve high-precision systems. With the strength and reliability of structural components, FLEXINITY® has high integration and high efficiency in all related applications.
Highest versatility, able to meet various material challenges
SCHOTT FLEXINITY®'s product range has been further expanded, aiming to provide specific physical and chemical properties, performance and customization options suitable for existing or under development applications. Ultra-thin glass wafers with a thickness as low as 0.1 mm (minimum structure radius of 100 μm) facilitate further reduction in the size of electronic components. Existing ultra-wide format and wider format with a diameter of 12 inches (300 mm) are available. There are almost no restrictions on the number and geometry of the available penetrating structural units. Customers can choose from a variety of glass types, including borosilicate glass (D 263® series, MEMpax®, BOROFLOAT 33®) and alkali-free glass (AF 32® eco).
Solutions with any combination of specific characteristics, microstructure design, size, surface quality and strength can be customized according to the application. With decades of application experience in various industries, SCHOTT experts can find solutions to customer specific material challenges.
Ideal partner in the product development blueprint
Dr. Ulrich Peuchert, Global Business Development and Product Manager of SCHOTT Special Flat Glass and Wafer Team, said: “Component manufacturers are looking for more precise and highly customizable solutions. At SCHOTT, we understand the different needs of our customers because we Have strong scientific and technological strength and familiar with terminal applications. Our R&D and technical service expert team can provide unique solutions for each customer’s vision. We can work with customers to draw development blueprints to improve products or provide revolution New solutions."
At present, the new production line in Penang, Malaysia has fully entered mass production scale in order to supply products to customers around the world. With high sampling flexibility and mass production capabilities, FLEXINITY® becomes an ideal partner from product design and development to mass production.