| 摘要 |
Certain example embodiments of this invention relate to a sputtering target(s) for use in sputtering material(s) onto a substrate. In certain example embodiments, the target includes a cathode tube with a slow sputtering material applied thereto prior to application of the target material to be sputtered onto the substrate. Because the slow sputtering material is located between the cathode tube and the material to be sputtered, the likelihood of burn-through can be reduced. In certain instances, target utilization and/or lifetime may be increased. In certain other example embodiments, a non-conductive layer may be provided proximate end portion(s) of the target between the cathode tube and the target material in order to reduce or prevent sputtering of material once the target material has been sputtered off such portion(s). |
