Atomfair Mercury Telluride (HgTe) Powder, 99.999% Purity, -160 mesh
Product Description
Atomfair Mercury Telluride (HgTe) Powder is supplied as a powder with 99.999% purity and -160 mesh. It is intended for infrared detector, infrared optoelectronic and quantum-dot materials research.
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Customization & Ordering
Package availability, minimum order quantity, pricing, and lead time are confirmed during quotation.
Key Features and Advantages
- Near-black cubic mercury telluride material with a density of 8.1 g/cm³.
- Melting point of 670 °C with a cubic cF8 crystal structure.
- Material system is used in infrared-detector and infrared-optoelectronic research.
APPLICATION SCOPE: infrared detector, infrared optoelectronic and quantum-dot materials research
DOCUMENTATION: COA and SDS can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation.
LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT
For grade selection, particle-size confirmation, documentation support or custom specification review, contact our technical sales team.
How does the -160 mesh particle size of HgTe powder affect its use in quantum dot synthesis?
The -160 mesh specification ensures a fine powder that disperses readily in solution-phase synthesis, enabling controlled nucleation for quantum dot growth. The 99.999% purity minimizes impurities that could introduce carrier trap states, and the cubic cF8 crystal structure is the required phase for high-quality infrared quantum dots.
What processing techniques are recommended for integrating HgTe powder into infrared optoelectronic devices?
The -160 mesh powder is suitable for both vapor-phase deposition and solution-based synthesis. Its melting point of 670°C allows thermal evaporation without decomposition, while the fine particle size and 99.999% purity facilitate uniform film formation. The material is specifically intended for infrared detector, infrared optoelectronic, and quantum-dot research.
What safety and storage protocols are required for 99.999% purity HgTe powder?
Due to mercury content, store the powder in a sealed, dry container away from moisture, strong acids, and oxidizers. Handle in a fume hood with appropriate gloves and eye protection. The product is supplied as a fine powder with near-black cubic crystals. Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and Certificate of Analysis (COA) are available upon request for batch-specific handling and toxicity data.
Atomfair Mercury Telluride (HgTe) Powder, 99.999% purity and -160 mesh, offers high-purity cubic phase material for infrared detector and quantum-dot research, though mercury content requires rigorous safety handling procedures.
Positive
- High Purity and Controlled Mesh Size: 99.999% purity and -160 mesh specification ensure consistent material properties for reproducible research outcomes in IR detector and quantum-dot studies.
- Cubic Crystal Structure with High Density: The cF8 cubic structure and 8.1 g/cm³ density provide suitable electronic and optical properties for infrared optoelectronic applications.
Trade-offs
- Mercury Toxicity Requires Strict Safety Protocols: The mercury content necessitates handling under appropriate containment and ventilation, with SDS provided upon request for batch-specific hazard information.
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