FOWLP Solder Surfaces

Enable next-generation fan-out wafer level packaging with our advanced gold and palladium solutions for thin metal films.

Enhance FOWLP Reliability

Our gold and palladium strike plating processes improve adhesion of subsequent electroplated layers. As a stand-alone layer, they enable the economic use of precious metals such as gold or palladium in the formation of solderable surfaces. 

The thin layers of gold or palladium form low porosity films and provide protection of underlying metal from oxygen exposure and oxide formation detrimental to soldering. These features enable reliable soldering operations in high density chip designs.

Semiconductor-Compugraphics

Explore Products for FOWLP Solder Surfaces

Have a question? Let us help you.

We are here to help you. Please feel free to contact us with questions, comments or feedback. 

Contact us

Explore Categories

Backside Metallization

Optimize via step coverage, yield, and reliability for power/RF with our solutions that integrate seamlessly with die attach material.

Learn More

Display Driver Interface (DDI)

Achieve superior bondability, reliability and thermal stability of display driver applications with our high-hardness gold solutions.

Learn More

Gold Etch Materials

Ensure precise, uniform gold seed removal on TiW barriers with advanced, cost-effective gold etchants for semiconductor fabrication.

Learn More

Micro-Electromechanical Systems (MEMS)

Enable high plating rates and superior step coverage with our advanced, cost-effective solutions for MEMS fabrication.

Learn More

Redistribution Layer for WLP

Enhance solderability and conductivity with high-purity deposits, seed filling, and adjustable roughness for advanced semiconductors.

Learn More

Why MacDermid Alpha?

Integrated Solutions
Our complete range of pre-plate, strike and plating solutions ensure that you achieve superior results for compound semiconductor applications.

Sustainability
Non-cyanide gold plating solutions help meet Environment Health & Safety (EH&S) goals while maintaining performance in compound semiconductor applications.

Reliability
Achieve unmatched corrosion resistance, high thermal stability and improved adhesion with our portfolio of compound semiconductor solutions.

Wafer Level Packaging

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fan Out Wafer Level Packaging (FOWLP)?

FOWLP is an advanced packaging technology that expands wafer level packaging, enabling high-density I/O and smaller, more compact packages. 

How do gold and palladium pre-plate solutions aid FOWLP?

Our thin gold & palladium solutions improve adhesion of subsequent electroplated films, and as a stand alone finish, prevent oxide contamination of underlying metals, like nickel. These features enable greater process stability during soldering.  

Why is contamination control important in FOWLP?

The use of precious metals such as gold or palladium is traditionally thought to be cost-prohibitive in high-volume semiconductor applications. The ability of our strike solutions to operate at low metal concentrations, as well as deliver the needed protection against oxides with minimal thickness requirements, enables cost-effective utilization of gold and palladium on FOWLP designs.

Looking for Solutions? We can Help.

Contact Us

Learn More

Explore our Products

Learn More

View Resource Center

Learn More