Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Via Filling Copper Plating Additive

ViaChemViaFillCopperPlatingAdditiveVFA-200isahigh-performanceadditiveforvoid-freecopperfillinginadvancedsemiconductorinterconnects.Itenablesuniformbottom-upfillingofhigh-aspect-ratiotrenchesandviaswithlowdefectdensityexcellentthrowingpowerandstablebathlife.Keyfeaturesincludeoptimizedsuppressor-acceleratorbalanceenhancedmicroviafillingcapabilityandcompatibilitywithacidcoppersulfateelectrolytes.
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Features Of Via Filling Copper Plating Additive

  1. Enables void-free, bottom-up copper electrodeposition in high-aspect-ratio microvias (≥10:1) without dendritic growth or seam formation.

  2. Delivers exceptional throwing power and uniform current distribution across complex PCB topographies, including fine-pitch HDI substrates.

  3. Stable performance over extended bath life (>6 months under controlled operating conditions) with minimal additive decomposition.

  4. Compatible with standard acid copper sulfate electrolytes and requires no special anode materials or filtration upgrades.

  5. Low metal impurity content (<1 ppm total heavy metals), ensuring high-purity copper deposits suitable for RF and high-speed digital applications.

Typical Applications Of Via Filling Copper Plating Additive

  1. High-Density Interconnect (HDI) printed circuit boards for smartphones, wearables, and 5G infrastructure.

  2. Advanced packaging substrates including ABF (Ajinomoto Build-up Film) and silicon interposers.

  3. Multilayer rigid-flex and ultra-thin flex circuits used in automotive ADAS and medical imaging systems.

  4. Embedded passive component substrates requiring planarized copper vias with <±5% thickness variation.

  5. Advanced semiconductor test sockets and burn-in carriers demanding high-reliability copper fill integrity.

Specifications Of Via Filling Copper Plating Additive



Chemical TypeProprietary blend of suppressors, accelerators, and levelers (non-PFAS)
Product FormLiquid concentrate (aqueous solution)
AppearanceClear to slightly hazy, amber-colored liquid
pH (as supplied)4.2 – 4.8 (at 25°C)
Density (25°C)1.08 – 1.12 g/cm³
Primary ApplicationsElectrochemical via filling in acidic copper plating baths
Key FeaturesBottom-up fill mechanism, low foaming, non-volatile organic components
Regulatory ComplianceREACH SVHC-free, RoHS 3 compliant, no listed California Prop 65 substances


Compatible Systems Of Via Filling Copper Plating Additive

Common Compatible SystemsSuitability
Atotech CopperStrat® VFSHighly Recommended – Optimized co-performance with standard process control protocols
MacDermid Enthone CuFlash® VFRecommended – Requires minor bath conditioning; validated up to 50 kL throughput
Uyemura CUPROTECT® VIA-FILLSuitable – Compatible with existing bath maintenance schedules; verify accelerator ratio
In-house acid copper formulations (H₂SO₄/CuSO₄/HCl)Highly Recommended – Broad compatibility with 40–220 g/L Cu²⁺ and 50–100 g/L H₂SO₄

Via Filling Copper Plating Additive – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the CAS Registry Number for this additive?

A: This is a proprietary multi-component formulation; individual CAS numbers are not assigned to the blended product. Full component disclosure is available under NDA upon request.


Q2: What is the typical working concentration range in the plating bath?

A: Standard dosage is 0.5–2.0 mL/L, adjusted dynamically based on via geometry, current density (1.5–3.0 A/dm²), and bath temperature (22–26°C).


Q3: How does it differ from conventional copper leveling additives?

A: Unlike general-purpose levelers, this additive is engineered specifically for superconformal bottom-up fill via synergistic suppressor-accelerator kinetics—enabling complete void elimination without overplating or necking.


Q4: Is it subject to migration or leaching in finished PCB assemblies under thermal cycling?

A: No measurable organic residue migration occurs after standard post-plate baking (120°C/30 min) and solder reflow (peak 260°C). Copper deposit integrity meets IPC-9708 requirements for intermetallic stability.


Q5: Does it meet UL recognition or IEC 61249-2-21 requirements for halogen-free electronics?

A: Yes—certified halogen-free per IEC 61249-2-21 (Br < 900 ppm, Cl < 900 ppm, total halogens < 1500 ppm); UL File E517430 is active for material recognition.



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