Sensors for the CDF Run2b silicon detector

We describe the characteristics of silicon microstrip sensors fabricated by Hamamatsu Photonics for the CDF Run 2b silicon detector. A total of 953 sensors, including 117 sensors from prototyping, have been produced and tested for electrical and mechanical properties. Five sensors were irradiated with neutrons up to 1.4/spl times/10/sup 14/ n/cm/sup 2/, as a part of the sensor quality assurance program. The electrical and mechanical characteristics are found to be superior in all aspects and fulfill our specifications.