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Re:Second IC by bob1029 on Saturday August 14, 2021 @10:05AM (#28180734)
This is all going to depend on exactly how much $$$ you have to spend. The major step-wise jumps in cost can usually be attributed to higher resolution photo techniques and the precision tools required.

Most of the other processes can theoretically be carried out at garage-scale, as the precision is more about chemistry than dimension or scale.

Re:Second IC by lmilcin on Saturday August 14, 2021 @10:53AM (#28181109)
People buy 3d printers. I'm sure there would be people interested in building their own silicon chips, even if it would be a lot more involved.

I can imagine a little niche market for tools and services for that kind of production. I design electronics but I order my PCBs from jlcpcb because I can get much better product with much less hassle.