Spin chuck with in situ cleaning capability
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May 15, 2018
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Jun 8, 2017
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Dec 4, 2015
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Dec 4, 2015
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In a method and apparatus for processing wafer-shaped articles, a spin chuck is positioned inside a process chamber. The spin chuck is configured to hold a wafer-shaped article at a predetermined process position. A cover covers the spin chuck and is affixed to or integral with the spin chuck for rotation therewith. The cover has a central opening. A stationary nozzle assembly extends into the process chamber such that a discharge end of the stationary nozzle assembly passes through the central opening of the cover. The nozzle assembly comprises a rinse nozzle configured to direct rinse liquid radially outwardly of the nozzle assembly onto a downwardly-facing surface of the cover.
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