Description
Applied Materials AMAT BCG450-SD – OEM Module for Process Tool Integration and Chamber Control
The AMAT BCG450-SD is an original Applied Materials spare/assembly designed for integration within AMAT production tools, typically in the chamber or system cabinet where stable control and reliable interconnects matter most. From my experience, this model shows up on Endura/Producer/Centura families in areas tied to chamber utilities or signal distribution, so it’s the kind of part you keep on hand to shorten unplanned downtime. You might notice that it’s engineered as a drop-in, preserving fit, form, and function with existing harnesses and brackets on the host tool.
Order Placement Process and Guarantees
- Warranty: 365 days
- Delivery time: 1 week if in stock; no more than one month at the latest
- Payment: 50% advance payment; full balance prior to delivery
- Express options: FedEx, UPS, DHL
- Every unit is inspected before shipment and packed ESD-safe with shock protection.
Key Features
- OEM Fit and Compatibility – Designed to integrate directly into AMAT tools with matching connectors and mounting points.
- Stable Operation – Built for fab environments where continuous duty and clean signal integrity are critical.
- Service-Friendly – Typically supports quick swap with minimal recalibration, reducing MTTR in most cases.
- Traceability – Serialized units support maintenance records and audit requirements commonly used in high-volume fabs.
- Protected Logistics – Shipped with ESD and moisture precautions to preserve connectors and boards during transit.
Technical Specifications
| Brand / Model | Applied Materials (AMAT) BCG450-SD |
| HS Code | 8486.90 (Parts for semiconductor manufacturing equipment) |
| Power Requirements | Powered by host tool (backplane/harness). Verify per AMAT service manual for your platform revision. |
| Dimensions & Weight | Module-level OEM spare; compact form factor as per AMAT drawing for the target tool bay. |
| Operating Temperature | Fab ambient, typically 15–30 °C; 20–80% RH non-condensing (indoor cleanroom use). |
| Signal Input/Output Types | Internal tool harness connections; analog/digital lines as defined by the specific tool configuration. |
| Communication Interfaces | Tool-internal interface (backplane or ribbon connectors). No external user I/O. |
| Installation Method | Installed inside the AMAT tool cabinet or chamber vicinity per OEM procedure; ESD-safe handling required. |
Application Fields
In practice, the BCG450-SD is used in semiconductor manufacturing environments where reliable chamber utilities and control signals are needed—PVD/CVD process modules, transfer systems, or supporting sub-systems on AMAT platforms. Typical deployments include:
- High-volume wafer fabrication lines requiring fast swap spares to maintain tool uptime
- R&D pilot tools where configuration changes are more frequent and connectors must remain robust
- After-maintenance recoveries when restoring chamber utilities or signal integrity quickly is essential
“Swapped the BCG450-SD during a PM window on our Producer. No fitment issues and the tool qualified on the first run. Saved us an extra shift.” — Maintenance Supervisor, 300 mm fab
Advantages & Value
- Reliability – Stable performance in continuous-duty environments, which typically reduces rework.
- Compatibility – Matches AMAT mechanical and electrical interfaces, helping avoid ad‑hoc modifications.
- Cost Control – Limits downtime and spares complexity; easier to keep standard inventory across multiple toolsets.
- Technical Backing – Support for part identification by BOM and guidance on correct revision pairing.
Installation & Maintenance
- Shut down and lock out the tool per AMAT procedures before handling internal modules.
- Use ESD protection (ground strap, grounded mat) and handle by edges; avoid stress on connectors.
- Check harness seating and strain relief; verify there is no particulate or residue on mating connectors.
- Cabinet environment: clean, dry, and adequately ventilated. Avoid obstructing airflow around electronics.
- Post-install: run the platform’s diagnostics and any applicable calibration or health checks recommended by the tool.
- For long-term reliability, document the part serial/revision and align it with tool software/recipe baselines where applicable.
Quality & Certifications
- Meets typical fab requirements for OEM spares; RoHS and CE conformity may apply depending on revision.
- Supplied with 365‑day warranty against functional defects under normal use.
- Each unit undergoes visual and functional checks before shipment; traceability retained on serial and lot.
If you can share the host tool type and revision (e.g., Endura, Producer, Centura) and any BOM references, I can confirm the exact BCG450-SD compatibility and advise on the recommended spare kit list that typically ships with it.
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