Silterra standardises on Calibre

Edited by the Electronicstalk editorial team Feb 17, 2003

Silterra Malaysia has selected Calibre as its internal standard for design rule checking, layout versus schematic and optical and process correction functionalities.

Silterra Malaysia has selected the Mentor Graphics Calibre product, the market-leading physical verification and manufacturability tool suite, as its internal standard for design rule checking (Calibre DRC), layout versus schematic (Calibre LVS) and optical and process correction functionalities (Calibre OPC).

Calibre rule files are available for all current CMOS process technologies, including 0.25-, 0.22- and 0.18-micron, and will be the foundation of Silterra's upcoming 0.15- and 0.13-micron technologies.

"Selecting Calibre as the standard for our verification tool platform ensures that our customers' designs are flawless and the ensuing manufacturing process is smooth", stated Victor Kwong, Vice President of Design Solutions for Silterra.

"Calibre's extensive rule file coverage and advanced resolution enhancement technologies make it the best technology choice for our customers and partners".

Silterra, which was named "Top fab of 2002" by Semiconductor International magazine for operational excellence and superior customer service, will provide the Calibre command files as part of its design kit.

"Calibre has been pivotal in establishing a solid infrastructure in leading semiconductor foundries throughout the world", said Joseph Sawicki, General Manager, Mentor Graphics' Design-to-Silicon Division.

"Our partnership with Silterra is a commitment to high standards in manufacturing".