Functional Inkjet Printing Equipment: A Set of Features Leading to Productive Results

Abstract

The economic advantages of accurate patterning with inkjet printing are relevant for the semiconductor market. Mature inkjet printers for high volume production and established development procedures are available. Strategies and solutions of functional inkjet printing technology are presented to reduce the time to market. Common applications will be named and illustrated. The features of printers and their general components will be described in detail. Emphasis will be given to specific digitally-enabled features. Furthermore, the professional use of functional inkjet printing is presented with typical cases. The demonstration of how nozzle performances, printing clearances and solidification mechanism are quantified and brought in control is given. The growing acceptance from the semiconductor market proves the relevance of inkjet printing features for production and innovation needs.