DISCO DFD6341 Fully Automatic Dual Spindle Dicing Saw
facing dual spindle dicing saw for Φ8-inch wafers. X-axis return speed up to 1,000 mm/s delivers 3× throughput. Four acc...
Wafer & Package Singulation
Used Dicing Saw Machines
A dicing saw is a precision cutting machine that uses an ultra-thin diamond blade to separate semiconductor wafers, substrates or molded packages into individual dies or devices. The correct machine is selected by material, workpiece size and thickness, mounting format, cut type, street width, chipping limit, throughput and automation requirements.
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What Are You Cutting?
We've seen buyers order a dicing saw based on silicon experience, then discover that SiC's hardness — 9.5 on the Mohs scale — requires completely different blade specifications, spindle power and removal rates. Material hardness, thickness, surface structure and mounting method affect the blade, spindle load, coolant, feed speed, chuck or frame and the achievable edge quality.
Mainstream waferSilicon Wafers
Confirm wafer diameter, thickness, street width, frame and required die-edge quality. Below 70µm, laser dicing can reach 2.5× faster feed speed with comparable quality.
Compound materialSiC, GaAs & Sapphire
Hard or brittle materials may need a different blade, spindle power and process window. SiC grinding time can be reduced by laser-assisted methods, but conventional saws require a validated wheel and process package.
SubstrateGlass & Ceramic
Chipping, blade loading, coolant and thicker workpieces become central selection factors. Laser scribe/break can increase throughput by up to 18% versus blade sawing for 1×1mm dice.
Back-end assemblyBGA, QFN, LED & Panels
Package singulation may require panel handling, multi-workpiece alignment or dual-spindle output. Dual-spindle systems can improve throughput by up to 90% compared to conventional single-spindle equipment.
Current equipment
Available Used Dicing Saws
Two dicing saws with the same model name can have very different capabilities. The installed spindle type, chuck table, thickness gauge, vision system and handling modules matter more than the platform name alone. Review the current inventory, then send us your material and cutting requirements for a configuration check.
Need a DISCO, ACCRETECH, ADT or another wafer dicing saw model not listed here? Send the target model and process requirement so we can check sourcing options.
ASMPT ALSI LASER1205 Multi-Beam Laser Dicing Machine
ASMPT ALSI LASER1205 multi-beam laser dicing platform processes 10-250μm wafers with <1.5μm positioning accuracy and ...
DISCO DFL7341 Fully Automatic Laser Saw
DISCO DFL7341 fully automatic laser saw supports Φ200mm wafer stealth dicing. Dry laser singulation for MEMS, sapphire, ...
DISCO DAD3230 Dicing Saw
single-spindle dicing saw designed for high performance and expandability. Ideal for glass and ceramic electronic compon...
DISCO DAD324 Fully Automatic Compact Dicing Saw
Explore the DISCO DAD324 Fully Automatic Compact Dicing Saw, featuring a compact footprint, automatic alignment, and pre...
DISCO DAD3241 Manual Dicing Saw
manual dicing saw for Φ8-inch wafers in a 650mm-wide footprint. 1.8 kW high-output spindle handles silicon to ceramics. ...
ASM LS100-2 High-Precision Laser Scribing Machine
laser scribing machine for Mini/Micro LED chip manufacturing. Cutting depth accuracy σ≤1μm, XY position accuracy σ≤0.7μm...
DISCO DAD323 Automatic Dicing Saw | 6-Inch Dicer with
single-spindle dicing saw with 2.0 kW high-torque spindle for Φ6-inch wafers. Only 490mm wide. Handles glass, ceramics, ...
Automation level
Manual, Automatic or Fully Automatic Dicing Saw?
The right automation level depends on whether the priority is process flexibility, operator control, repeat production, integrated handling or continuous output.
Fully Automatic Dicing Saw
Fully automatic systems are selected when wafer or panel loading, alignment, cutting, cleaning, drying and unloading need to operate as a coordinated production sequence. They are usually evaluated by handling compatibility, throughput, vision, recipe control and production stability rather than spindle speed alone.
Best suited to
Repeat production and medium-to-high volume semiconductor or package singulation.
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Cassette, frame, panel or workpiece handling and the cleaning/drying route.
Buying focus
Automation condition, software, robot, aligner, spindle and included peripherals.
Common search
Fully automatic wafer dicing saw and automatic semiconductor dicing machine.
Automatic / Semi-Automatic Dicing Saw
Useful for varied workpieces, engineering production and operations that still require operator loading or setup while retaining programmed alignment and cutting.
Compare stage size, chuck or frame support, vision, recipe capability and operator workflow.Manual Dicing Saw
Manual or compact systems may suit laboratories, R&D, small-volume work, process trials and special materials where flexibility matters more than automated handling.
Operator skill, alignment method, spindle condition and safety features become especially important.Machine configuration
Single Spindle, Dual Spindle or Laser Dicing?
Spindle arrangement changes throughput and process flexibility. Laser dicing is a separate route that may be evaluated when blade contact, kerf, water use or material behavior makes conventional blade dicing less suitable.
Single-Spindle Dicing Saw
A practical route for varied products, development, lower-to-medium volume and processes that prioritize flexibility or simpler maintenance.
Confirm spindle power, blade diameter, work area, cut depth and material range.Dual-Spindle Dicing Saw
Parallel or facing dual-spindle systems can increase output or support multi-step cutting, but only when the workpiece flow and process recipe justify the added configuration. Facing dual-spindle configurations with shorter blade distance can improve throughput by 30-40% for step/bevel and dual cut operations.
Compare simultaneous cutting strategy, alignment, dressing, spindle condition and handling cycle.Blade Saw vs. Laser Saw
Blade dicing remains widely used for silicon, packages, glass and ceramic. Laser ablation or stealth dicing may be considered for specific materials, narrow streets or dry processing requirements. However, blade dicing remains more cost-effective for silicon, with excellent sidewall quality.
Do not select by kerf alone; die strength, heat effect, debris, throughput and downstream separation also matter.Cut-quality control
Why Dicing Quality Changes From One Product to Another
We've seen buyers focus on spindle speed during machine selection, then discover the dicing saw leaves chipping that fails die-strength testing. Chipping, edge cracks, blade marks, kerf variation and contamination are not solved by buying the highest-speed machine. They depend on the complete relationship between material, blade, spindle, feed, coolant, mounting and cleaning.
Machine, Blade and Workpiece Must Be Evaluated Together
A stable wafer dicing process requires more than positioning accuracy. Blade specification, spindle runout, chuck flatness, tape support, cutting water, feed speed, cut depth and dressing condition all influence die-edge quality and usable throughput.
Chipping & Cracks
Material brittleness, blade exposure, feed conditions, vibration and tape support can change top-side and backside chipping.
Kerf & Alignment
Street width, vision recognition, axis accuracy and blade thickness determine how safely the cut remains inside the intended lane. Blade kerf typically runs 20-50µm; laser can drop below 10µm.
Loading & Dressing
Resin, metal, glass and ceramic can load the blade differently, making dressing strategy and spindle load monitoring important.
Cleaning & Drying
Cutting debris and residual moisture must be controlled before inspection, die separation or downstream assembly.
Before requesting a quote
Information That Helps Us Match a Dicing Saw
You do not need a complete technical specification before contacting us. Start with the product and production information you already know. We can use it to narrow the work area, spindle, handling, blade and automation requirements.
For a used dicing saw, the original model specification is only the starting point. The actual spindle, chuck table, vision, software, handling modules, cleaner, accessories and verified machine condition must be reviewed separately.
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Material, wafer or workpiece size, thickness and whether it is mounted on frame, tape, panel or fixture.
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Required work area, table or chuck format, blade route and suitable machine family.
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You provide
Full cut, half cut, grooving, package singulation, street width and target die size.
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Cut depth, spindle and blade requirements, alignment method and process configuration.
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You provide
Expected volume, product mix, changeover frequency and required automation level.
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Manual, automatic or fully automatic handling and single- or dual-spindle options.
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Preferred manufacturer or model, new/used condition, quantity, destination and project schedule.
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Current equipment availability, actual configuration, included accessories, packing and delivery scope.
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Related Wafer Dicing Equipment and Guides
Use these links when your project also requires wafer mounting before cutting, cleaning after cutting or a broader wafer-processing equipment review.
Before dicing
Wafer Mounter
Review dicing tape and frame mounting systems when wafer support, alignment and tape condition affect the cutting process.
Explore wafer mounting equipment → After dicingWafer Cleaner
Compare post-dicing scrub, spray, rinse and drying systems for particle and cutting-debris removal.
View wafer cleaning equipment → Equipment categoryWafer Processing Equipment
Review related wafer mounting, thinning, cleaning and singulation equipment across the process flow.
Browse the equipment category → Technical readingSemiconductor Guides
Continue with process-selection, equipment-buying and semiconductor production articles.
Read related guides →Buyer questions
Dicing Saw FAQ
These questions cover the points buyers most often need to clarify before selecting a wafer dicing saw or package singulation machine.
What materials can a dicing saw cut?
Depending on the spindle, blade, table, coolant and process configuration, dicing saws may process silicon wafers, compound semiconductors, glass, ceramic, sapphire, electronic substrates and packaged devices. Material support must be confirmed for the actual machine and blade process.
What is the difference between an automatic and fully automatic dicing saw?
An automatic saw may automate alignment and programmed cutting while still relying on the operator for loading or transfer. A fully automatic system can integrate loading, alignment, cutting, cleaning, drying and unloading. Exact terminology varies by manufacturer, so the handling sequence should be checked.
When is a dual-spindle dicing saw useful?
Dual spindles may improve throughput or support multi-step cutting, but the benefit depends on workpiece size, cut pattern, recipe, handling cycle and product mix. Facing dual-spindle configurations with shorter blade distance can improve throughput by 30-40% for step/bevel and dual cut operations compared to parallel dual-spindle systems.
How do I reduce wafer chipping during dicing?
Chipping is affected by material, blade type and exposure, feed speed, spindle condition, cut depth, mounting support, coolant and dressing. The complete process should be reviewed rather than changing a single parameter in isolation.
Should I choose blade dicing or laser dicing?
Blade dicing is widely used for wafers, packages, glass and ceramic, and remains more cost-effective for silicon with excellent sidewall quality. Laser ablation or stealth dicing may suit certain narrow-street, hard-material or dry-process requirements — for thin wafers below 70µm, laser can reach 2.5× faster feed speed with comparable quality. Compare kerf, heat effect, debris, die strength, throughput and downstream separation.
What should be checked on a used dicing saw?
Confirm the complete model, serial number, year, spindle type and condition, chuck or table, axes and vision, software, handling modules, cleaner and dryer, blade accessories, maintenance history, utilities and the scope of any refurbishment or test.
Does the quoted dicing saw include blades and process tooling?
Not always. Blades, flanges, dressing boards, frames, fixtures, chucks, coolant components and other process tooling should be itemized in the quotation because requirements vary by workpiece and process.
What information is needed for a dicing saw quotation?
Send the material, workpiece size and thickness, mounting format, cut type, street or die size, automation requirement, preferred model or brand, required condition, quantity and destination. Available information is enough to begin the review.
Request a Used Dicing Saw Quote
Send the dicing saw model — or describe the material and cutting requirement. We'll confirm availability, configuration completeness and cutting compatibility within 4 business hours.