Patent ID: 6230895
Filing Date: 2001-05-15
Classification: H01L

Abstract:
A container for transporting refurbished semiconductor processing equipment of the type containing a large area planar assembly having a central aperture for positioning a semiconductor target during deposition of materials thereon, said container comprising:a) an outer shell having a bottom and sidewalls extending upwardly therefrom;b) a pedestal centrally located on the bottom of the shell;c) a deformable cap located on the pedestal, said cap having a diameter at least as large as the diameter of the central aperture.d) vertical stop means affixed to the sidewalls of the outer shell and spaced from the pedestal for supporting the equipment in the shell;e) clamp means affixed to the sidewalls of the outer shell for securing the equipment against movement in the shell;f) input and output ports located in the sidewalls of the shell to permit the flow of gas therethrough, said ports having open and closed positions; andg) a cover dimensioned to be received on the outer shell in sealing engagement therewith.