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Silicon (Si) CNC Machining Services

Silicon (Si) is a semiconductor-grade material widely used in electronics, photonics, and MEMS manufacturing due to its controlled electrical properties, high purity, and thermal stability. We offer high-precision CNC machining of monocrystalline and polycrystalline silicon components, including wafers, substrates, and structural parts for cleanroom and high-vacuum environments.

Material Properties & Advantages

What is Silicon (Si)?

Silicon is a crystalline elemental material with a diamond-cubic structure. It is the foundation of the semiconductor industry, valued for its predictable electronic behavior, low thermal expansion, and compatibility with microfabrication. In mechanical form, silicon also serves in precision optics, sensors, and thermal isolation components.

Key Advantages of Silicon (Si):

Electrical Tunability
–Ideal for doped and intrinsic semiconductor components
Excellent Thermal Stability
– Low expansion and high thermal conductivity
Broad Optical Transmission
– Useful in photonics and sensing
Good Compressive Strength
– Supports fragile MEMS and microstructures
High Chemical Resistance
– Stable in most solvents, acids, and etchants (except HF)

Silicon Specifications & Datasheets

We offer CNC machining for high-purity sintered Silicon (Si).

Silicon (Si)

Hardness
Density
Thermal Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity

~6.5–7 (Mohs)

2.33 g/cm³

~120 – 150 W/m·K

10⁻³ – 10⁵ Ω·cm

Wear Resistance
Chemical Resistance
Flexural Strength
Compressive Strength

Moderate to Good

Excellent

~150 – 300 MPa

>1,000 MPa

Custom Silicon Material Options

Need a specific Silicon composition? We offer custom material options tailored to your project requirements. Contact us to discuss your needs.

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Machining Capabilities for Silicon (Si)

Challenges & Solutions
Silicon is brittle and prone to microcracks, requiring low-stress machining with diamond tools and fine feature control. We employ:

Diamond Surface Grinding – Flatness control for wafer-level integration
CNC Dicing & Slotting – Precision grooves and microchannels
Ultrasonic-Assisted Machining – Prevents edge chipping
Polishing to Mirror Finish – For optical or MEMS surfaces

Tolerances Achievable for Machined Silicon

Milling & Turning: ±0.01 mm
Ra: <0.01 µm (polished)

Applications of Silicon (Si)

Silicon is indispensable in industries where electrical control, high purity, and dimensional accuracy are essential.
Industries Served:

Semiconductor & MEMS – Substrates, die frames, microstructures
Optoelectronics – IR windows, detectors, laser mounts
Metrology & Calibration – Reference blocks, dimensional standards
Aerospace & Satellites – Lightweight thermal shields, sensors
Medical Devices – BioMEMS platforms, sensor substrates
Surface Finishing Options for Silicon

To meet strict industry standards, we offer advanced surface treatments for Silicon parts:

Chemical-Mechanical Polishing (CMP)

Ultra-flat mirror finish.

Etch Surface Conditioning

Prepares for oxide growth or bonding.

Laser Marking

Permanent wafer ID or alignment marks.

Efficiency

Moving Fast, Guaranteed.

We prioritize operational efficiency to reduce costs and expedite delivery.

  • Average response time within 2 hours
  • Global delivery in a matter of days
  • 97.4% of parts shipped on time

Wide-Ranging Experience

Crafting Excellence Through Diverse Expertise

Our collaboration with diverse partners, each with unique machinery and expertise, enables us to overcome complex manufacturing challenges.

  • Over 2000 projects delivered
  • Expertise in multiple manufacturing processes
  • Expert DFM feedback

Massive Capacity

Ready to Meet Your Demands

Backed by 100+ carefully vetted, closely partnered experts, we fulfill your on-demand manufacturing needs at scale.

  • 65+ CNC Manufacturing Partners
  • 15+ Additive Manufacturing Partners
  • 20+ Surface Finishing Partners

Quality Assurance

Ensuring Perfection, Delivering Excellence

Every part we ship is meticulously inspected in our in-house lab to ensure it meets consistent design and quality standards.

  • ISO 9001:2015 Certified
  • State-of-the-art QC Equipment
  • In-depth Inspection Reports Available

Additional Ceramics We Support

In addition to Silicon, we offer precision CNC machining services for other hard technical ceramics:

Alumina (Al₂O₃)

Alumina (Al₂O₃) is a durable ceramic used for high-strength, high-temperature parts in precision industries.

Zirconia (ZrO₂)

High fracture toughness and wear resistance.

Boron Nitride (BN)

Excellent thermal conductivity and electrical insulation.

Quartz & Glass Ceramics

Used for optical and semiconductor applications.

Silicon (Si)

Essential for semiconductor wafer processing.

Looking for more ceramic machining options? Check out our Alumina (Al₂O₃) CNC Machining services.

Request a Quote for Silicon CNC Machining Today

Looking for high-precision Silicon machining? InstaVoxel delivers expert CNC machining, fast lead times, and superior quality. Contact us today to discuss your project.

Silicon (Si) FAQs

  • Is Silicon chemically stable?
    Yes, except when exposed to hydrofluoric acid (HF), which etches silicon and silicon oxide.
  • Can Silicon be polished?
    Yes. Mirror finishes with sub-nanometer roughness are achievable using CMP or diamond slurry techniques.
  • Is Silicon hard to machine?
    Yes. It is brittle and requires specialized diamond tooling and stress-free processing.
  • What is Silicon used for in CNC machining?
    Silicon is machined into substrates, microchannel plates, and high-purity components for electronics and optics.