Archive: Apr 2025

The Glass Wafer Fabrication Process: Animated!

We are excited to announce the release of our latest animated video, which offers an in-depth look into the glass wafer fabrication process at Swift Glass. This video provides an inside view of the production process for high-quality glass wafers, which are essential components in a variety of devices powering our future, such as semiconductors and sensors.

See the Swift Glass Wafer Production Process in Action

Our new animated video takes you through each step of the glass wafer fabrication process. From selecting premium materials to precision cutting and finishing, the animation showcases our commitment to excellence in every phase of production:

Our Glass Wafer Fabrication Process, Step by Step

1. Material Selection: Our animation begins with the selection of high-quality glass materials. These commonly include options known for their durability and thermal stability, such as borosilicate, quartz, and fused silica.
2. Precision Cutting: Here we highlight our custom glass-cutting services. Utilizing our 2- and 3-axis CNC waterjet cutters, we shape the raw glass into wafers for our customers via high-precision cuts that can accommodate tolerances within +/- 0.01 in. We can also produce ultra-thin wafers to spec.
3. Edge Grinding and Polishing: Equally important to the above is our scratch-free glass edge grinding and polishing service that provides the perfect finishing touches. Our video demonstrates how the wafers undergo edge grinding and polishing to achieve smooth surfaces and precise thicknesses.
4. Cleaning and Inspection: The final stages of the process involve thorough cleaning and rigorous inspection to ensure each wafer meets the stringent quality standards set by our customers.

Applications of Glass Wafers

Glass wafers fabricated by Swift Glass are integral to a wide range of industries and applications, including:

• Semiconductor: Our customized glass wafer semiconductor fabrication serves as substrates for semiconductor devices and integrated circuits.
• MEMs (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems): Micro-scale devices are evolving daily. Our capabilities help create a variety of sensors, actuators, and communication miniature chip-based devices.
• Optics: Used in the production of lenses, mirrors, and other optical components.
• Medical Devices: Employed in various diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.

Contact Swift Glass for Expert Glass Wafer Solutions

To learn more about our glass wafer fabrication capabilities and how they can benefit your projects, visit our Glass Wafer Fabrication page.

To learn more about the advantages of our glass wafer production process, download our eBook, “Glass Wafers for the Chip Industry,” or contact us with any further questions.