SITEK News & Education

RPM on SRD
October 23, 2025
Even a 100 RPM change can turn your SRD from shaky to smooth. Learn how wafer nesting improves balance and throughput with SITEK Process Solutions.
July 1, 2025
Run Multiple Wafer Sizes in One SRD Daniel Mullany shows how SITEK Rotor Inserts let you adapt 8” Spin Rinse Dryers to run smaller wafers or custom substrates—ideal for growing fabs and small foundries.
July 1, 2025
How to Design Custom Wafer Cassettes for Your SRD Daniel Mullany showcases SITEK’s ability to engineer custom wafer carriers for any substrate size or shape. Learn how our cassettes can streamline your rinse and drying process while protecting your wafers.
June 30, 2025
Daniel Mullany walks you through how to identify and resolve nitrogen pressure loss on your Spin Rinse Dryer. From testing a failed pressure switch to spotting facility issues, this video is a must-watch for keeping your SRD in top condition.
June 30, 2025
SITEK offers industry-leading refurbishment services for Semitool, Rhetech, SITEK, and Verteq Spin Rinse Dryers. Each system is rebuilt from the ground up—fully electropolished, reassembled, and tested—with precision and attention to detail. Whether you’re upgrading with a SlickDevice™ controller or restoring a legacy system, SITEK delivers end-to-end SRD solutions backed by decades of expertise.
SRD Maintenance - Replace Static Eliminator on Spin Rinse Dryer
June 27, 2025
SITEK shows how to replace the anti-static unit on a SITEK / Semitool Spin Rinse Dryer. Whether you’re upgrading from a legacy CY20 model or installing a modern SITEK Static Eliminator with a dedicated power module, this video walks you through each step of the process.
How to Remove & Install the SITEK SlickDevice™ SRD Controller - SITEK SRD Tutorial
June 27, 2025
SITEK demonstrates how to remove and reinstall the SITEK SlickDevice™ SRD Controller — a powerful upgrade for legacy PSC 101 units. With only two tools and five minutes, you can get your Spin Rinse Dryer running smarter and more efficiently.
How to Realign Spin Rinse Dryer Rotor - SITEK SRD Tutorial
June 26, 2025
If your Spin Rinse Dryer rotor isn’t stopping at 12:00, this guide walks you through aligning the cam, encoder wheel, and RSP sensor on a SITEK/Semitool 8300 SRD. Learn how to lock the rotor in place, verify notch alignment, and tighten all key hardware. Watch the full video to see the process in action.
Steps to Enable N₂ Purge Saver
June 26, 2025
Learn how to activate the Nitrogen Purge Saver feature on the SITEK SlickDevice™ SRD Controller in just a few taps. Start saving thousands in wasted N2 while taking advantage of advanced controller features like SECS/GEM support and built-in analytics.