Sapphire Boule Orientation Slotter SBS-300
Slotting machine for synthetic sapphire boules used in LED/compound semiconductor substrates, creating crystal orientation flats for precise wafer slicing. Material removal shaping for semiconductor optical substrates qualifies under HTS 8461.20.80.90.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If synthetic crystal growers for sapphire
Complete sapphire semiconductor crystal processing covered under statistical notes
If general hard material grinding
Sapphire machining without semiconductor end-use classified as general cermet grinding
If optical glass boule processing
Equipment stressing optical rather than semiconductor properties moves to Chapter 70
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document sapphire c-axis orientation capability; specify hardness grade handling; differentiate from gemstone/jewel machining
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