VECTOR HTR is recommended for use on mono-crystalline and multi-crystalline silicon. For solar silicon producers, VECTOR HTR is used to rinse excess slurry residues from wafers post-wire sawing. Before demounting, the wafers are rinsed with a solution of 3 % to 4 % VECTORr HTR and DI water to eliminate staining and improve final cleaning results. VECTOR HTR is also used to wet-store wafers after demounting and prior to cleaning. For semiconductor silicon producers, VECTOR HTR is recommended for the rinsing/washing of lapping plates. VECTOR HTR removes process debris from both the plate’s surface and grooves, thereby preventing the formation of iron oxide/abrasive particle aggregates that can dislodge and cause scratching. When used for rinsing/washing polishing pads, VECTOR HTR prevents staining; increases pad life by keeping the pore structure open; and reduces the frequency of pad conditioning.