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Gadoliniium Carbide (GdC2) Evaporation Material, Pieces, 99.9%, 1-3 mm
Product Type: Compound Evaporation Material
Research-grade laboratory product
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Gadoliniium Carbide (GdC2) pieces require e-beam evaporation using a compatible hearth liner or high-temperature crucible. Deposition source hardware and process route must be matched to the material's melting point and film requirements.
- Deposition Source Compatibility: E-beam hearth with compatible liner must be used; high-temperature crucible requires RFQ.
- Evaporation Method Preference: E-beam evaporation is the preferred method, and thermal feasibility should be requested via RFQ.
- Procurement Confirmation: Buyers must confirm model, purity, form, size range, pack size, and deposition-source compatibility before quotation.
- Documentation Review: Certificate, safety data sheet, shipment conditions, and export requirements should be reviewed against laboratory use requirements.
- Application Matching: Evaporation source hardware and process route must be matched to material behavior, melting point, and film requirements.
Why is e-beam evaporation recommended over thermal evaporation for GdC2 (Gadolinium Carbide) evaporation material?
E-beam evaporation is preferred because it can achieve the high temperatures required for GdC2, which is a refractory carbide. The product specification explicitly states 'E-beam evaporation preferred; RFQ for thermal feasibility', indicating that thermal evaporation may be possible only after a feasibility review and using high-temperature crucibles. This recommendation is based on the material's melting point and behavior during deposition, though exact melting point is not listed in the source.
What crucible or liner materials are specified for evaporating GdC2 pieces?
The product specification indicates that GdC2 should be evaporated using an e-beam hearth with a compatible liner. For thermal evaporation, a high-temperature crucible is required and must be requested via RFQ. The specific liner material is not stated in the source, so buyers should consult with the supplier to ensure compatibility and avoid contamination during deposition.
What documentation is available to support the safe handling and storage of GdC2 evaporation material?
The supplier provides certificates of analysis, safety data sheets, and shipment condition details upon request. These documents are essential for verifying the 99.9% purity, material identity, and handling precautions. The product description recommends reviewing this documentation against laboratory use requirements, including export and safety protocols, before use.
Gadolinium Carbide (GdC2) pieces at 99.9% purity and 1–3 mm size are specified for e-beam evaporation, but thermal evaporation requires RFQ feasibility and high-temperature crucible compatibility must be confirmed via RFQ, adding process planning overhead.
Positive
- Defined material identity and purity: GdC2 compound with 99.9% purity enables clear procurement matching and direct comparison with standard and high-purity grades for deposition process control.
- Specified piece size for source loading: Pieces 1–3 mm provide a consistent physical form that supports uniform source loading and predictable evaporation behavior in e-beam systems.
Trade-offs
- E-beam preferred; thermal requires RFQ: E-beam evaporation is the recommended method; thermal evaporation feasibility is not guaranteed and must be evaluated via request for quotation, adding process uncertainty.
- High-temperature crucible by RFQ only: Standard crucibles may not be suitable; a high-temperature crucible compatible with this material requires a separate RFQ, increasing procurement lead time.
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