TSMC's in-house mask shop is one of the largest in the world. TSMC's mask technology is process-aligned for superior yield. All masks undergo routine checks for ESD damage, scratches, particle deposition, pellicle frames and aging, and are repaired in-house to provide the highest mask quality and shortest mask cycle time.

Prototyping Services

CyberShuttle^SM
TSMC's CyberShuttle prototyping program allows multiple designs to share the costs of a single mask set from 0.35-micron down to 45nm. CyberShuttle covers a wide range of technologies and supports an active launch schedule. The latest launch schedule posting, booking interface, and tape-out forms are available at TSMC-OnlineSM.

Multi-Layer-Mask (MLM) Service
TSMC provides a creative approach to reducing escalating mask NREs in advanced technology processes for small volume product applications. The Multi-Layer-Mask service can provide mask cost reductions of up to 40% with some increased wafer cost and a slightly longer wafer cycle time. The MLM service is only available in TSMC's 12-inch GigaFabs.

Backend Service
TSMC is the only dedicated foundry that provides a spectrum of integrated backend services, including wafer bumping, flip chip assembly and wafer sort. TSMC also provides outsourced backend services through third-party partners with a transparent WIP visible through TSMC-Online.

TSMC Delivers Success

More than any other foundry, TSMC provides the most important benefit - The Proven Path to Success.

Success through working with the foundry that has manufactured more designs than any other foundry.
Success because TSMC provides the capacity and foundry services that give designs the best chance to win market share.

For more information, contact your account manager or visit www.tsmc.com.