XHEMIS TX-3000

Total Reflection X-ray Fluorescence System

Ultrahigh-speed metal contamination mapping

Next-generation TXRF system compatible with wafers up to 300 mm in diameter

Total Reflection X-ray fluorescence (TXRF) is widely used in semiconductor manufacturing processes—such as cleaning, lithography, etching, and thin film deposition—for the precise detection of metallic contamination.

The XHEMIS TX-3000 is a state-of-the-art TXRF system equipped with a multi-element detector capable of simultaneously analyzing three locations, in addition to the conventional single-target, triple-beam configuration. This enables high-throughput analysis and allows for highly sensitive and efficient detection of elements ranging from Na to U.

XHEMIS TX-3000

XHEMIS TX-3000 Overview

The XHEMIS TX-3000 is a cutting-edge TXRF system optimized for advanced semiconductor processes, where rapid, non-destructive, and highly sensitive analysis of trace metal contamination is essential.

Developed by Rigaku, the system features a proprietary multi-element detector and a newly designed optical system that irradiates the wafer surface with excitation X-rays over a wide area and with uniform intensity. This enables simultaneous multi-point measurement on silicon wafers, resulting in a threefold increase in throughput. It significantly enhances analytical efficiency in high-volume production lines, contributing to improved reliability in quality control and higher yield rates.

Additionally, the system integrates machine learning-based “Spectrum-forecasting software”, further doubling throughput. The  “Background optimization function” for metal film measurements also expands its applicability to a broader range of materials, including barrier metals, high-k dielectrics, and compound semiconductors.


Detection Limit of typical elements (LLD)

Detection limit LLD (E10 atoms/cm²) Al Fe Ni Cu
TXRF 25 0.1 0.1 0.15

Measurement time: 1000 sec


XHEMIS TX-3000 Features

High-throughput mapping measurement enabled by the multi-element detector during SWEEPING-TXRF analysis
Capable of analyzing a wide range of elements, from Na to U
Rigaku’s proprietary single-target, triple-beam configuration and XYθ stage enable high-precision trace analysis across the entire wafer surface
Comprehensive contamination analysis across all wafer regions is enabled by Zero Edge Exclusion (ZEE-TXRF), which allows measurement up to the wafer edge, and Backside Automatic Contamination TXRF (BAC-TXRF), which provides fully automated backside measurement.
Integration with machine learning-based spectral prediction software further doubles throughput
Designed to support FOUP, SMIF, and various system configurations to meet the diverse needs of high-volume production fabs
Enables elemental analysis of defects by importing measurement results from defect inspection tools

XHEMIS TX-3000 Specifications

Technique Total Reflection X-ray Fluorescence (TXRF)
Benefit Rapid, non-destructive measurement of trace elemental surface contamination (Na – U)
~ 3x improvement in mapping speed 
E9 atoms/cm² detection limit
Technology High-sensitivity metal contamination analysis.
Attributes Three-detector configuration
High-power W-anode X-ray source (9 kW rotating anode) 
Three excitation energies optimized for light, transition, and heavy elements
XYθ sample stage
Dual FOUP load ports
Features Full wafer mapping (SWEEPING-TXRF)
Zero edge exclusion (ZEE-TXRF)
Options Backside analysis (BAC-TXRF)
GEM300 software, E84/OHT support
Dimensions 1280 (W) x 3750 (D) x 2040 (H)
(Excluding monitor and signal tower)
Measurement results Quantitative result, spectrum chart, color contour map, mapping table

XHEMIS TX-3000 Application Notes

The following application notes are relevant to this product

XHEMIS TX-3000 Resources

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XHEMIS TX-3000 Events

Learn more about our products at these events

  • Rigaku Taiwan professional training courses (XRD)
    January 23 2026 - January 23 2026
    Rigaku Taiwan (RTC-TW)
  • Rigaku School for Practical Crystallography
    January 26 2026 - February 6 2026
  • SEMICON Korea 2026
    February 11 2026 - February 13 2026
    COEX, South Korea
  • SPIE Advanced Lithography + Patterning
    February 22 2026 - February 26 2026
    San Jose, CA, USA 
  • Florida Semiconductor Summit
    February 23 2026 - February 25 2026
    Orlando, FL, USA
  • Rigaku Taiwan professional training courses (SCX)
    February 26 2026 - February 26 2026
    Rigaku Taiwan (RTC-TW)
  • Applied Physics Society Autumn Nagoya
    March 15 2026 - March 16 2026
    Tokyo, Japan
  • The 2026 International Conference on Frontiers of Characterization and Metrology for Nanoelectronics (FCMN) Platinum Sponsors
    March 16 2026 - March 19 2026
     Monterey, CA ,USA
  • SEMICON China 2026
    March 25 2026 - March 27 2026
    SNIEC, Shanghai, China
  • Rigaku Taiwan professional training courses (XRD)
    March 27 2026 - March 27 2026
    Rigaku Taiwan (RTC-TW)
  • CS International 2026
    April 20 2026 - April 22 2026
    Brussels, Belgium
  • SEMICON SEA 2026
    May 5 2026 - May 7 2026
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  • ASMC – Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Conference
    May 11 2026 - May 14 2026
    Albany, NY, USA
  • The 2026 IEEE 76th Electronic Components and Technology Conference
    May 26 2026 - May 29 2026
    Orlando, Fl, USA
  • CEIA Leti Innovation Days
    June 23 2026 - June 25 2026
    Maison Minatec, Grenoble, France 
  • The International Workshop on Gallium Oxide and Related Materials (IWGO-6)
    August 2 2026 - August 7 2026
     College Park, MD, USA.
  • SEMICON Taiwan 2026
    September 2 2026 - September 4 2026
    Taipei, Taiwan
  • ICSCRM Japan 2026 (Silver Sponsor)
    September 27 2026 - October 2 2026
    Yokohama, Japan
  • SEMICON West 2026
    October 13 2026 - October 15 2026
    San Francisco, CA, USA 
  • SEMICON Europa
    November 10 2026 - November 13 2026
    Munich, Germany
  • SEMICON Japan 2026
    December 9 2026 - December 11 2026
    Tokyo, Japan

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