A new point-of-use (POU) chemical purifier has been introduced to main
tain the ionic ultrapurity of dilute hydrofluoric acid (DHF) chemical
baths [1]. This technology allows continuous, on-line removal of metal
lic ions from recirculation baths. It offers a significant improvement
over other methods of maintaining ionic purity, including intermitten
t off-line purification and periodic bath replacement with new batches
of ultrapure chemicals.