Forepi Orders Ten Additional Aixtron MOCVD Tools for Blue LED Production
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Author: CompoundSemi News Staff

February 2, 2010... Formosa Epitaxy of Lung-Tan, Taoyuan, Taiwan, placed an order for multiple MOCVD reactors from Aixtron AG. According to Formosa Epitaxy (Forepi), the new Aixtron MOCVD reactors will be used for the production of ultra-high brightness (UHB) InGaN-based blue LEDs. Forepi's MOCVD tool order is comprised of Crius Close Coupled Showerhead systems and AIX 2800G4 HT Planetary Reactor systems. Aixtron indicated that the systems will be shipped during 2010 and will be installed alongside Forepi’s numerous high throughput Aixtron MOCVD systems. Forepi President Frank Chien, commented, “The reasons for our latest purchase come down to the simple need to add more capacity with high yield equipment as Forepi ramps up again to meet booming market demand. In addition, we will appreciate various special features of the systems on order. For example, we are considering 4” capability for all new systems. All purchased tools are 4” production capable and will give us a rapid, straightforward route to begin offering 4” wafer preparation.”

Forepi, a veteran of the industry in its second decade of commercial operation, offers a range of products including high power InGaN blue, green, and near-UV LEDs. Aixtron News Release

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