AMAT 0190-17081 2U CompactPCI System Host Processor
AMAT 0190-17081: 2U CompactPCI System Host Processor
The Applied Materials (AMAT) 0190-17081 is a high-performance Single Board Computer (SBC) designed for the 2U/3U CompactPCI (cPCI) architecture.
Manufactured for AMAT by industrial computing leaders like Adlink or Kontron, this module serves as the primary system controller for 300mm semiconductor tools.
It manages the high-level execution of process recipes and coordinates communication between the user interface and the chamber-level hardware.
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Related Models
The 0190-17081 acts as the “Host” in a cPCI rack, typically found alongside:
0190-16926: 4-Channel DeviceNet Scanner Card.
0190-07450: 48-Channel Digital I/O Module.
0190-24008: Later generation Intel Core i7 SBC.
0190-11817: 16-Port Serial Interface Card.
Application Cases
This processor board is the central intelligence for 300mm high-throughput toolsets:
Producer GT / XP: Coordinating the simultaneous operation of multiple Twin-Chambers for PECVD or SACVD.
Endura 2: Managing complex robotic sequences and high-speed vacuum safety interlocks.
Centura AP: Operating as the primary controller for multi-step etch or thermal processing sequences.
Product Advantages and Features
High-Speed Processing: Equipped with multi-core Intel architecture to handle the multi-threaded demands of AMAT’s proprietary control software.
Ruggedized for Fabs: Built with soldered-down components to withstand the constant vibration of cleanroom fan filter units (FFUs) and sub-fab pumps.
Comprehensive I/O: Integrated dual Ethernet allows for separate “Plant Network” and “Tool Network” connectivity, enhancing cybersecurity and data throughput.
Legacy Compatibility: Designed to drop into 2U-height cPCI chassis, allowing for easy upgrades from older Pentium-based controllers without changing the physical rack.
Other Models in the Same Series
The 0190-17XXX series focuses on high-bandwidth system controllers and power management:
0190-17272: Magnet Driver (MDR) for Maglev systems.
0190-171XX Series: High-speed Ethernet switches and network gateways for tool internal LANs.
0190-174XX Series: Specialized power distribution and sensing modules.
Installation and Maintenance
Installation: Slide the SBC into the “System” slot (usually Slot 1) of the cPCI backplane. Use the injector handles to lock the high-density pins into place. Secure the front panel with screws to maintain the EMI shield.
BIOS Configuration: Note that AMAT-specific BIOS settings are required for the tool software to boot. Ensure the boot priority is set correctly for the tool’s primary hard drive or network boot server.
CMOS Battery: Replace the CR2032 lithium battery every 3 years. A dead battery can cause “CMOS Checksum Error” and prevent the tool from initializing.
Thermal Paste: During refurbishment or long-term maintenance, ensure the thermal interface material between the CPU and the 2U-height heatsink is fresh to prevent thermal throttling.
Unique Product Description
The AMAT 0190-17081 is the “Conductor” of the semiconductor orchestra. While individual cards move robots or open valves, this Host Processor makes the decisions that ensure every nanometer of a wafer is processed to specification.
By utilizing a compact yet powerful dual-core architecture, it provides the stable, industrial-grade computing environment required to keep the world’s most advanced chip-making tools running 24/7 with zero unplanned downtime.