MPW / Shuttle access
GlobalFoundries 28nm MPW
Plan a 28nm multi-project wafer run at GlobalFoundries through TOMPW Service. We coordinate shared-mask access, EDA sign-off, shuttle scheduling and the downstream packaging or test path for global chip teams.
Why 28nm
28nm is a mature, high-yield CMOS node that balances performance, power and cost for high-volume SoCs. TOMPW coordinates 28nm MPW shuttles so teams can validate silicon before committing to full mask.
Typical applications
- ✓Mobile and consumer SoCs
- ✓IoT and wearable chips
- ✓Wireless connectivity (WiFi/BT)
- ✓Automotive and industrial MCUs
- ✓Mixed-signal and RF peripherals
What a 28nm MPW at GlobalFoundries involves
A 28nm MPW (multi-project wafer) shuttle places several customer designs on one shared mask set, so each team pays only for its portion of the wafer. TOMPW Service handles slot selection, DRC/LVS review and logistics so your GDSII reaches GlobalFoundries's line on schedule.
Technologies & platforms at 28nm
Notes for 28nm programs
- GF's FD-SOI platforms are especially relevant for low-power applications.
- TOMPW can support automotive qualification requirements including PPAP.
Best-fit applications
Expert reviewed
This page is reviewed by Henry, CEO, TOMPW Service. Henry is the CEO of TOMPW Service and a chip-design specialist with 20 years in the semiconductor industry.
Discuss a 28nm MPW at GlobalFoundries
TOMPW Service can coordinate a 28nm MPW shuttle with GlobalFoundries as part of a scoped execution path.
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Working with GlobalFoundries 28nm MPW through TOMPW
Can TOMPW arrange a 28nm MPW shuttle at GlobalFoundries?
Yes. TOMPW coordinates 28nm MPW and shuttle access at GlobalFoundries for overseas teams, handling slot selection, EDA checks and logistics so your design reaches the shared mask on schedule.
What does a 28nm MPW run at GlobalFoundries typically include?
A 28nm MPW run bundles your design onto a shared reticle with other projects, covering mask share, wafer fabrication at GlobalFoundries, and standard probe. Packaging, final test and NTO transition are planned separately with TOMPW.
How long does a 28nm MPW cycle take at GlobalFoundries?
Cycle time depends on GlobalFoundries's shuttle cadence for 28nm, usually a few months from mask data to returned wafers. Missing a window means waiting for the next one, so TOMPW recommends booking early.
What comes after a 28nm MPW at GlobalFoundries?
After a successful 28nm MPW, teams typically move to NTO or full-mask production. TOMPW helps plan that transition, including package selection, test development and volume ramp through GlobalFoundries and downstream partners.
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