Description
FTO CONDUCTIVE GLASS 7 OHM 2.2MM SNO₂:F 600°C 100 PCSRESEARCH GRADE MATERIAL
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Store FTO substrates in a dry, shaded environment with ambient humidity below 65% to prevent degradation of sheet resistance and optical transmittance. Handle substrates by the four edges only to avoid contamination or scratching the conductive SnO₂:F coating.
- Humidity and Light Sensitivity: Maintain storage humidity below 65% and avoid direct sunlight to preserve the conductive coating's performance.
- Handling Procedure: Always grasp FTO substrates by the edges and never touch the blue film-laminated conductive surface.
- Conductive Surface Identification: The blue film-laminated side indicates the conductive SnO₂:F coating; verify orientation before use.
- Post-Sintering Flatness Consideration: Account for post-sintering surface flatness values of 3.375 μm and 11.225 μm when designing device architectures requiring precise layer thickness.
- CNC Processing Precautions: Provide detailed dimensional drawings with tolerance requirements when ordering custom CNC processing to achieve 0.05 mm cutting precision.
Proper handling and storage ensure the longevity and performance of FTO conductive glass substrates. Follow these steps to prevent damage and maintain coating integrity.
- Inspect Substrate
Inspect each substrate for visible damage, cracks, or scratches before handling. - Identify Conductive Side
Identify the conductive side by the blue protective film lamination; this side bears the SnO₂:F coating. - Grasp by Edges
Grasp the substrate firmly by the four edges using clean, lint-free gloves, avoiding contact with the coated surface. - Verify Orientation
Verify the orientation of the conductive side before placing the substrate into the experimental setup. - Store Properly
Store the substrates in a rigid container in a dry, dark location with ambient humidity below 65%.
How does the 7 Ω/sq sheet resistance of this FTO glass affect device performance compared to lower-resistance ITO for high-temperature DSSC fabrication?
The 7 Ω/sq sheet resistance is a trade-off: it provides adequate conductivity for dye-sensitized solar cell substrates while enabling the 600°C operating temperature required for sintering mesoporous TiO₂ layers, which ITO (typically 10–15 Ω/sq but limited to ~300°C) cannot withstand. The SnO₂:F coating maintains 80% visible light transmittance, balancing optical transparency with charge collection efficiency for photoelectrochemical devices.
Can this FTO glass be used directly with acidic photoelectrochemical electrolytes without coating degradation?
Yes, the fluorine-doped tin oxide coating exhibits outstanding room-temperature acid corrosion resistance, making it suitable for acidic electrolytes that would etch ITO coatings. The SnO₂:F layer is chemically stable under these conditions, though the 2.2 mm glass substrate and blue film-laminated conductive surface should be handled by edges only to avoid scratches.
What are the critical handling and storage requirements to maintain the 7 Ω/sq sheet resistance and 80% transmittance of this FTO glass?
Handle substrates by the four edges only; never touch the conductive coated surface. The blue film-laminated side identifies the conductive surface—verify orientation before use. For long-term storage, maintain ambient humidity below 65% in a dry, shaded location away from direct sunlight to prevent degradation of sheet resistance and optical transmittance. Each substrate is individually film-laminated to prevent coating scratches during handling and storage.
FTO conductive glass with 7 Ω/sq sheet resistance and 350 nm SnO₂:F coating on 2.2 mm substrate, offering 600°C thermal stability and acid resistance for high-temperature DSSC and photoelectrochemical research, but requires careful handling and controlled storage humidity.
Positive
- High-Temperature Stability: SnO₂:F coating remains stable up to 600°C, enabling high-temperature sintering of mesoporous TiO₂ layers in DSSC fabrication, unlike ITO which degrades above 300°C.
- Superior Chemical Stability: Outstanding room-temperature acid corrosion resistance makes it suitable for photoelectrochemical experiments with acidic electrolytes that would etch ITO coatings.
Trade-offs
- Handling Sensitivity: Conductive surface must never be touched; substrates must be handled by edges only to avoid coating damage and performance degradation.
- Environmental Storage Constraints: Long-term storage requires ambient humidity below 65% in dry, shaded conditions to prevent degradation of sheet resistance and optical transmittance.
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