Cumberland Electronics Strategic Supply Solutions (CE3S), your strategic sourcing, professional solutions and distribution partner, is excited to introduce Millice WaferGrip™ and TrueGrip™, a new generation of heat-activated Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) adhesives designed for temporary wafer bonding in semiconductor manufacturing. These innovative adhesives provide strong, yet easily reversible bonds for critical processes such as wafer thinning, dicing, and lapping.
Millice WaferGrip™ and TrueGrip™ adhesives utilize heat-activated EVA polymers to achieve a secure, temporary bond, ensuring wafer stability during high-precision fabrication steps. They are available in three specialized formulations:
- Standard – Ideal for general applications.
- Conductive – Designed for applications requiring electrical conductivity.
- High Temp – Optimized for elevated temperature environments.
To meet various process requirements, these adhesives are offered in three distinct configurations:
- Release Paper – Standard applications.
- Single-Sided Mylar™ – Ideal for cutting applications.
- Double-Sided Mylar™ – Provides additional substrate protection.
WaferGrip™ and TrueGrip™ are applied by heating the adhesive at 100°C–140°C with light pressure in a vacuum chamber for 30-60 seconds, ensuring precise and uniform bonding. The adhesives exhibit exceptional chemical resistance, standing up to IPA, acetone, and water, making them highly reliable for demanding semiconductor processes.
When it’s time for removal, CE3S offers StripAid™ solvent, which efficiently dissolves the adhesive while maintaining wafer integrity. Additionally, these adhesives have an extended shelf life of 1.5 years under proper storage conditions (cool and dry environment).
“With the launch of Millice WaferGrip™ and TrueGrip™, CE3S is delivering a highly adaptable and reliable solution for temporary wafer bonding,” said Jeremy Wagner, President of CE3S. “These adhesives provide a combination of strong adhesion, easy removal, and superior chemical resistance, empowering semiconductor manufacturers to achieve greater efficiency and precision.”
For more information on Millice WaferGrip™ and TrueGrip™, or to learn more about CE3S and its strategic sourcing, professional solutions, and distribution services, visit www.ce3s.com.
