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Germanium Telluride (GeTe) 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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This material requires thermal or low-power e-beam evaporation using quartz, alumina, or graphite crucibles, or tantalum/tungsten boats. The evaporation source hardware and process parameters must be matched to the material's melting point of 725°C and density of 6.2 g/cm³ for consistent film deposition.
- Crucible and Boat Compatibility: Use quartz, alumina, or graphite crucibles, tantalum or tungsten boats, or Knudsen cells for evaporation.
- Process Parameter Matching: Match the evaporation method and source geometry to the material's melting point and density to achieve uniform film thickness and composition.
- Purity and Form Verification: Verify that the 99.9% purity and 1-3 mm piece size are compatible with the deposition system's source loading and film requirements.
What is the melting point of Atomfair Germanium Telluride (GeTe) evaporation material and how does it influence deposition source selection?
The melting point of GeTe is 725°C. This relatively low melting point makes it suitable for thermal evaporation using quartz, alumina, or graphite crucibles, as well as Ta/W boats or Knudsen cells. Users should verify that their deposition source can reach and maintain this temperature without degrading the crucible material.
Which crucible and boat materials are compatible with Atomfair GeTe pieces during evaporation?
Compatible evaporation sources include quartz, alumina, and graphite crucibles, Ta/W boats, or Knudsen cells (by RFQ). The product description lists thermal evaporation or low-power e-beam as recommended methods, with specific hardware options including W, Mo, Q, and Al₂O₃. Users should confirm that the crucible material is chemically compatible with GeTe at the evaporation temperature.
How does the density of Germanium Telluride (6.2 g/cm³) affect the calculation of material needed for a specific film thickness?
The density of GeTe is 6.2 g/cm³. This value enables researchers to calculate the mass required for a target film thickness using the formula mass = density × area × thickness, assuming a fully dense film. The 99.9% purity ensures minimal contamination, and the 1-3 mm piece size is suitable for controlled loading into crucibles or boats.
This Germanium Telluride evaporation material at 99.9% purity and 1-3 mm piece size is suitable for thermal and low-power e-beam deposition, but requires careful thermal management due to its 725°C melting point and may need RFQ for certain source configurations.
Positive
- Defined material identity and purity: Germanium Telluride (GeTe) at 99.9% purity with specified piece size (1-3 mm) enables consistent evaporation behavior and film composition for research applications.
- Compatible with thermal and low-power e-beam: The material is configured for use in thermal evaporation or low-power electron-beam deposition, providing flexibility across common thin-film deposition systems.
Trade-offs
- Melting point requires thermal control: With a melting point of 725°C, the evaporation process demands precise temperature management and selection of compatible crucible/boat materials (e.g., quartz, alumina, graphite, Ta/W) to avoid thermal degradation.
- Source hardware availability via RFQ: Certain evaporation source configurations, such as Knudsen cells or specific crucible types, require request-for-quotation, adding lead time and specification effort for routine procurement.
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