Atomfair Molybdenum Sulfide (MoS₂) Powder, 99.9% Purity, -1250 Mesh
Product Description
Atomfair Molybdenum Sulfide (MoS2) Powder is supplied as a powder with 99.9% purity and -1250 mesh. It is intended for dry-lubricant and layered-semiconductor materials research.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification / Available Values |
|---|---|
| Product | Molybdenum Sulfide (MoS2) Powder |
| Chemical Formula | MoS2 |
| CAS Number | 1317-33-5 |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Particle Size / Mesh Specification | -1250 mesh |
| Physical State | Powder |
| Appearance | Black or lead-gray powder |
| Density | 5.06 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 2375 °C |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble |
| Band Gap | Approximately 1.23 eV in bulk and 1.8 eV for a monolayer |
Customization & Ordering
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Key Features and Advantages
- Defined MoS2 sulfide composition with CAS 1317-33-5.
- Supplied at 99.9% purity and -1250 mesh.
- Material characteristics include black or lead-gray powder appearance and a band gap of Approximately 1.23 eV in bulk and 1.8 eV for a monolayer.
APPLICATION SCOPE: dry-lubricant and layered-semiconductor materials research.
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation.
TAILORED SOLUTIONS FOR RESEARCH
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How does the band gap of Atomfair MoS₂ powder change from bulk to monolayer, and what does this mean for semiconductor research?
The band gap shifts from approximately 1.23 eV in bulk to 1.8 eV for a monolayer, as stated in the product specifications. This direct-to-indirect gap transition is critical for researchers designing 2D electronic or optoelectronic devices, as the monolayer form offers a wider band gap suitable for transistor and photodetector applications.
Can this MoS₂ powder be used directly as a dry lubricant, or are additional processing steps required?
The powder is supplied at -1250 mesh and 99.9% purity, making it suitable for direct use in dry-lubricant research. However, for practical lubrication applications, it may require dispersion in a carrier medium or deposition onto surfaces, as the product is intended for research purposes and not as a finished lubricant formulation.
What are the handling and storage requirements for Atomfair MoS₂ powder given its insolubility and high melting point?
The powder is insoluble in water and has a melting point of 2375 °C, indicating thermal stability under standard laboratory conditions. It should be stored in a dry, sealed container to prevent moisture absorption or contamination, and handled with standard PPE to avoid inhalation of fine particles, as typical for micronized powders.
Atomfair MoS2 powder at 99.9% purity and -1250 mesh is a well-defined dry-lubricant and layered-semiconductor research feedstock; its bulk band gap of ~1.23 eV and monolayer value of ~1.8 eV support thickness-dependent studies, while water insolubility and monolayer preparation requirements should be factored into processing plans.
Positive
- Defined 99.9% MoS2 composition: Supplied with CAS 1317-33-5 at 99.9% purity and -1250 mesh, providing a consistent feedstock for reproducible dry-lubricant and layered-semiconductor materials research.
- Thickness-dependent electronic properties: The stated band gap of approximately 1.23 eV in bulk and 1.8 eV for a monolayer enables study of layer-dependent semiconductor behavior.
Trade-offs
- Water-insoluble powder processing: The material is insoluble in water, so aqueous dispersion or slurry-based process routes are not directly available for this MoS2 powder.
- Monolayer behavior requires exfoliation: The 1.8 eV monolayer band gap is not a property of the as-supplied powder; users must implement layer-thickness control to access monolayer electronic behavior.
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