Compact Nanoimprint Tool

CNI v3.0

A desktop nanoimprint tool for easy replication of micro and nanoscale structures.

The nano-replication solution

The NILT Compact Nanoimprint (CNI) is a desktop tool for easy replication of micro and nanoscale structures, from masters to substrates, both thermal replication and UV replication—perfect for research labs and companies. The tool is available in 20 different configurations and two sizes. Contact us to find the right CNI for your team.

Versatile and flexible replication

Perfect for:

  • Nanoimprint – even on curved surfaces

  • Reverse Nanoimprint Lithography

  • Hot embossing

  • Wafer level optics replication

  • Bonding

  • Planarization of thick resists

  • Attachment and structuring of Graphene

  • Attaching resist on curved surfaces

Examples

CNI-replication in 4-level polymer (device) with steep side walls, sharp corners and low roughness. Polymer coated with Au prior to obtaining SEM.

The SEM image shows a replication done in collaboration with Johns Hopkins University. This is chromium dots on silicon after lift-off. The pattern was thermal imprinted in the CNI tool using mr-I8000 series resist from MicroResist. The smallest dots are 100 nm diameter.

Watch our online course

In this free webinar, Kristian Smistrup, NILT’s Senior Tool Development Engineer, shows you how to:

  • Quickly can get started with the CNI

  • Take full advantage of the tool

  • What are the different configurations CNI can have

  • Finally, you will see a few examples of CNI processing