Recently, the ESRF Optics Group installed a new multilayer deposition facility. This upgrade was motivated by
increasingly demanding requirements for multilayer based x-ray optics on modern 3rd generation synchrotron
beamlines. Improved accuracy, stability, and reproducibility are key issues.
The deposition process is based on non-reactive magnetron sputtering. The machine is equipped with four cathodes
and one ion source for surface treatment. Conducting, insulating, and ferromagnetic materials can be deposited. A
linear substrate motion will enable coatings up to 100 cm long and 15 cm wide.
The talk will describe the basic concept of the machine and will give an overview of the operating conditions. Initial
coating results will complement the presentation.
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