Chemistry: electrical and wave energy – Processes and products – Electrostatic field or electrical discharge
Patent
1989-12-27
1990-12-04
Tufariello, T. M.
Chemistry: electrical and wave energy
Processes and products
Electrostatic field or electrical discharge
C25F 500
Patent
active
049751638
ABSTRACT:
An electrochemical process for removing deposited tungsten from metal parts is described. The electrolyte solution is a basic solution containing a polydentate ligand. The solution is typically comprised of water, ammonium or alkali base, and a chelating or sequestering agent. The parts to be cleaned are biased anodically. The cathodes are preferably constructed of nickel. As hydroxide tungsten complexes and chelated tungsten complexes are formed, oxidation and dissolution of the deposited tungsten is promoted. The oxides form a thin layer on the metal parts, thus protecting the underlying metal part from the electrochemical reaction itself. Once the oxides are formed, that is, once the reaction has reached an end, the parts are removed. The oxides are wiped off, leaving a metal part surface with a high luster, thus improving the performance of the deposition equipment parts.
REFERENCES:
patent: 4128463 (1978-12-01), Formanik
patent: 4283258 (1981-08-01), Vanderpool
Intel Corporation
Tufariello T. M.
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