Electronic Polishing

Colloidal Silica Solutions for Electronic Polishing

To achieve the highest quality finish, electronic polishing requires precision, consistency, and manufacturing process control. High quality colloidal silica is an optimal abrasive material for various polishing stages of electronic components (e.g., silicon wafers and integrated circuits (ICs)). 

Nalco Water offers colloidal silica solutions for multiple polishing processes and applications. Our comprehensive range offers our customers flexibility to design their formulations and allow for the controlled tuning of polishing performance for a variety of substrates.


Designing Electronic Polishing Solutions For:

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Efficient Manufacturing Processes

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Low-Metal Content

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High Product Quality & Consistency

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Tailored Surface and Bulk Physicochemical Properties Include:

  • Stiffness
  • Purity
  • Controlled particle size
  • Particle size distribution 
  • Morphology 
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Continuous Improvement and Quality Control

The semiconductor industry has been advancing the technology node rapidly and defect reduction and enhancement of operational efficiency is imperative.

Nalco Water emphasizes customer value creation and operational excellence through a strong culture of Continuous Improvement. Our approach integrates multiple methodologies including:

  • Lean Six Sigma to drive variation reduction, optimization, and efficiencies in our processes
  • Leveraging cutting-edge analytical tools and intelligent technologies to accelerate insights and connect customer performance metrics, 
    enabling the creation of products tailored to unique customer requirements
  • Utilizing configuration management and change control solutions that ensure consistent and predictable results

Programs, Products, Equipment and Services

Explore our Electronic Polishing Application Offerings

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Nalco Water is a Colloidal Silica Leader

  • First patented colloidal silica manufacturing process in 1941
  • One of the largest colloidal silica manufacturers globally
  • Innovative RD&E teams for customized product development
  • Products designed for manufacturing efficiency, quality, and control
  • Delivering high value through innovative particle design and quality support

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