Ion source and coaxial inductive coupler for ion implantation system

摘要

An ion source is disclosed having an elongated slit for providing a ribbon ion beam for use in an ion implantation system. The source comprises a coaxial inductive coupling antenna for RF excitation of plasma within a cylindrical source housing, as well as circumferential magnets disposed within the housing for generating azimuthal multi-cusped magnetic fields for plasma confinement. Also disclosed is a liner for the housing interior providing thermal barrier between the plasma and the outer housing wall so as to mitigate or reduce condensation within the plasma confinement chamber.