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A simple method for measuring plasma power in rf-GDOES instruments.

T Nelis¹, M Aeberhard, L Rohr

¹EMPA Materials Science and Technology, Feurwerkerstrasse 39, 3602 Thun, Switzerland. thomas.nelis@empa.ch

Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry

|August 7, 2007

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This study introduces a new method to measure plasma power in radio frequency-Glow Discharge Optical Emission Spectrometry (rf-GDOES). The technique uses effective resistance in the inductive coil to accurately determine power consumption in the matching system.

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Area of Science:

Plasma Physics
Spectroscopy
Electrical Engineering

Background:

Radio Frequency-Glow Discharge Optical Emission Spectrometry (rf-GDOES) is a powerful surface analysis technique.
Accurate determination of plasma power is crucial for reliable GDOES analysis.
Existing methods may not fully account for power losses in the impedance matching system.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a novel method for calculating plasma power in rf-GDOES.
To improve the accuracy of power determination by considering the impedance matching system.
To experimentally validate the proposed power calculation method.

Main Methods:

The method is based on calculating the effective resistance within the inductive coil of the impedance matching system.
It accounts for electrical power consumed in the matching system, influenced by capacitive current.
The capacitive current is determined by applied voltage, stray capacitance, and frequency.

Main Results:

The proposed method provides a more accurate measurement of plasma power compared to integral calculations.
Experimental evaluation demonstrates the effectiveness of the correction method.
The study quantifies the impact of matching system parameters on power consumption.

Conclusions:

The developed method offers a more precise way to determine plasma power in rf-GDOES.
Accurate power measurement is essential for optimizing GDOES performance and data interpretation.
This approach enhances the reliability and accuracy of the rf-GDOES technique.