Photonics. For compact and high-performance optical systems on a chip.
Our silicon-based pilot lines for integrated photonics enable the fabrication of passive and active photonic circuits for wavelengths across the visible and infrared spectrum. Processing takes place on 150 mm substrates in a CMOS/MEMS-compatible environment.
IMS CHIPS currently offers integrated photonics platforms based on silicon (Si), silicon nitride (SiN), and lithium niobate (LiNbO₃). Beyond chip fabrication, we provide in-house assembly and electrical and optical integration at the system level, giving research and development partners access to a comprehensive technology environment for integrated photonic systems.
From the photonic concept to the validated prototype.
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“Every photonics project starts with understanding the application and its technical requirements. Together, we define the required functionality, wavelength range, coupling concept, and level of integration. From there, we develop the appropriate process flow, evaluate feasibility, manufacture prototypes on 150 mm wafers, and refine the technology toward scalable pilot or small-batch production. If you have a photonics concept or specific technical challenge in mind, I’d be happy to discuss it with you.”
Pilot lines for integrated photonics for the development and fabrication of optical chips.
Our silicon, silicon nitride, and lithium niobate pilot lines provide access to complete process flows for developing and manufacturing photonic integrated circuits (PICs). We provide device design and simulation, layout generation, qualified chip manufacturing based on decades of experience in CMOS processes now tailored towards photonics, as well as hybrid integration and wafer-level photonic testing.
Bringing these capabilities together at IMS CHIPS creates clear interfaces between development and fabricationand supports an efficient transition from initial prototypes to scalable photonic solutions.
Optical components – to tailor the functionality to your application.
A broad portfolio of integrated photonic components, flexible design options, and specialized processes allows us to develop optical circuits around the requirements of each application. Our technologies support applications in sensing, communication, medical technology, and micro-optical systems.
For emerging quantum technologies, IMS CHIPS also provides the photonic technologies and manufacturing capabilities needed to develop and scale new concepts.
Infrastructure & Quality – ensuring reliable photonics manufacturing.
Our cleanroom and backend infrastructure supports qualified process flows as well as assembly and interconnection technologies for wafers up to 200 mm. Manufacturing is carried out within an established quality framework in accordance with IECQ and ISO 9001 requirements.
This infrastructure provides a reliable foundation for research, pilot production, and photonics development with a clear path toward product-level applications.
Infrastructure & Quality – ensuring reliable photonics manufacturing.
Our cleanroom and backend infrastructure supports qualified process flows as well as assembly and interconnection technologies for wafers up to 200 mm. Manufacturing is carried out within an established quality framework in accordance with IECQ and ISO 9001 requirements.
This infrastructure provides a reliable foundation for research, pilot production, and photonics development with a clear path toward product-level applications.
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