Compound Semiconductor Wafer
Our high performance compound semiconductor wafers are available in diameters from 50mm to 200mm. The can be single or double side polished, SEMI standard PRIME and non-standard thicknesses and grades.
What is a Compound Semiconductor Wafer?
A compound semiconductor wafer is a substrate made from materials that combine two or more elements. These wafer types are increasingly being used to manufacture photonic, quantum, and high-power semiconductor devices.
Key Features of Compound Semiconductor Wafers
- GaN, SiC, GaAs, InP, and other III-V Wafer materials
- Prime Grade high quality Wafers
- 50 mm to 200 mm diameters
- N or P Type Semi Conducting or Semi Insulating Wafers
- Single (SSP) or Double Side Polish (DSP)
- Full data sheets available with each shipment
- Rapid supply and shipment worldwide from stock
- Available in small to large quantities
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We provide a wide range of different Compound Semiconductor wafer types, some available for rapid dispatch. Browse our “Online Semiconductor Wafer Store” to view current stock and technical specifications.
- Extensive Product Range: A wide selection wafer sizes & thicknesses
- Fast Global Shipping: Rapid dispatch from our production or UK warehouse
- Custom Processing: Oxide and nitride deposition, wafer thinning and more
- Expert Support: Technical advice to help you select the right wafer
- No Minimum Order: Perfect for both R&D and production environments
- Quality Assurance: All wafers undergo rigorous inspection processes
Delivering high performance Compound Semiconductor Wafers
Inseto supplies an extensive range of compound semiconductor wafer materials, including Silicon Carbide (SiC), Gallium Nitride (GaN), Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) and Indium Phosphide (InP).
These high performance wafers are ideal for research, development and production in high-performance electronics and optoelectronics applications. They are defined as compound wafers because they are made of two or more elements, often from groups 3 and 5 in the periodic table.
Compound Semiconductor Wafer Material Options
The most commonly used compound wafer materials include:
- Gallium and Nitride (GaN): Offered as single crystal or GaN-on-sapphire templates.
- Silicon and Carbide (SiC): Grown via seeded sublimation, suitable for EPI layer growth.
- Gallium and Arsenide (GaAs): III-V compound semiconductor wafers.
- Indium and Phosphide (InP): III-V compound semiconductor wafers.
GaN, SiC, GaAs or InP – what’s the difference?
GaN Wafers are supplied as templates on Sapphire substrates, due to lower costs and flexibility on dopants. For example, Fe doped Semi insulating, undoped N type and Si doped N type are commonly supplied variants. These wafers are available in 50 mm to 200 mm diameters with a range of GaN thicknesses up to 20 um. The Hydride vapor phase epitaxy (HVPE)-based method is used to grow the GaN layer.
SiC Wafers are grown by a seeded sublimation process. All grades are available in any quantity and with short lead-times. Our SiC wafers are available with a unique laser marked ID in the backside (C terminated face) of the wafer.
GaAs & InP Wafers are available in small to large lot sizes. GaAs & InP are compound semiconductor wafers that feature high electron mobility, making them ideal for high-performance electronic and photonic devices.
Got a Question About Compound Semiconductor Wafers?
Curious about semiconductor materials and how to choose the right silicon wafer? Explore our “Semiconductor Wafer Selection Guide” for expert insights. You’ll also find a wealth of information in our free “Knowledge Base“, covering semiconductor processes, technologies, and more.
Choosing the right Compond wafer can be complex, especially if you’re unsure about specifications or material types. That’s why Inseto offers expert guidance to help you make the best choice for your application.
Whether you’re developing a new product or refining an existing process, Inseto’s team of experts is here to help. From selecting the right semiconductor wafer to onsite training, we provide technical guidance, documentation, and support for your production needs.
Applications for Compound Semiconductor Wafers
Key Applications
- Optoelectronics: Light-emitting diodes (LEDs), Laser diodes, Photodetectors & Optical transceivers (fibre-optic communication).
- Power Electronics: High-voltage transistors, Power converters and inverters, Electric vehicle systems, Aerospace and defence-grade electronicsRadio Frequency (RF) & Microwave: RF amplifiers, Microwave integrated circuits (MICs), 5G infrastructure & Radar systems.
- Solar & Photovoltaics: High-efficiency solar cells & Space-grade photovoltaic panels.
- Quantum & Photonic Devices: Quantum dots and wells, Single-photon sources, Photonic integrated circuits & Quantum computing substrates.
- Displays & Imaging: MicroLED displays, Infrared imaging sensors & LIDAR systems.
- High-Speed Communication: Satellite communication systems, Telecom lasers and receivers & Data centre photonics.
Compound Semiconductor Wafers Product Range
Wafer Specifications
- Wafer sizes from 50mm to 150mm from inventory or custom
- Short lead-times
- SEMI standard PRIME and non-standard thicknesses and grades
- Single or double side polished
- No minimum order quantities
- Optional laser marking, std backside lasermark on SiC wafers
- Single wafer shipper/storage boxes available from stock
- Certificate of Conformance available for all wafer types
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Compound Semiconductor Wafer Applications
RF and High-frequency Electronics, RF Modules, Microwave Circuits, LEDs, Laser Diodes, Photodetectors, Power Electronics, Renewable Energy Systems, Photonic and Optical Communication Devices, Radar and Sensing Systems, Satellite and Space Electronics
Industry Segments
Telecommunications and Wireless Infrastructure, Data Centres and Optical Communications, Consumer Electronics, Automotive and Mobility, Energy and Power Electronics, Aerospace and Defence, Industrial and Semiconductor Manufacturing, Optoelectronics and Lighting
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