Atomfair Lead Selenide (PbSe) Powder, 99.99% Purity, Approx. -180 mesh
Product Description
Atomfair Lead Selenide (PbSe) Powder is supplied as a powder with 99.99% purity and Approx. -180 mesh. It is intended for thermal-imaging infrared-detector, quantum-dot solar-cell, photoresistor and optoelectronic-device research.
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Customization & Ordering
Package availability, minimum order quantity, pricing, and lead time are confirmed during quotation.
Key Features and Advantages
- Direct-bandgap semiconductor with a room-temperature band gap of 0.27 eV.
- Rock-salt cubic cF8 crystal structure.
- Used in thermal-imaging infrared detectors and other optoelectronic-device research.
APPLICATION SCOPE: thermal-imaging infrared-detector, quantum-dot solar-cell, photoresistor and optoelectronic-device 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.
Lead selenide powder is a toxic heavy-metal chalcogenide that requires containment and exposure control. Store the sealed material in a dry, ventilated area isolated from acids and strong oxidizing agents.
- Container integrity: Maintain the powder in the original tightly sealed container to prevent dust release during storage.
- Chemical incompatibility: Do not allow PbSe powder to contact acids or strong oxidizing agents because such contact can generate toxic gases.
- Exposure control: Handle the powder only in an area where airborne dust can be controlled and captured at the point of generation.
- Documentation: Obtain the batch-specific SDS before opening the container to confirm the current hazard information.
This protocol describes receiving and dispensing a hazardous PbSe powder while minimizing dust and exposure. Perform each step with the batch-specific SDS and COA available before starting.
Required Equipment: Ventilated enclosure, Dedicated powder transfer spatula, Chemical-resistant gloves, Sealable waste container
- Request documentation
Contact Atomfair technical sales to obtain the batch-specific SDS and COA before handling the powder. - Inspect package
Inspect the shipping container for visible damage or leakage in a well-ventilated area before opening. - Dispense under ventilation
Transfer the powder in a ventilated enclosure using the dedicated spatula to minimize dust generation. - Reseal container
Reseal the original container immediately after dispensing to keep residual powder contained. - Contain waste
Place contaminated tools or packaging in the sealable waste container and manage it as hazardous waste.
How does the direct bandgap of 0.27 eV in PbSe powder suit thermal-imaging infrared detector applications?
The 0.27 eV direct bandgap at room temperature is characteristic of PbSe and enables absorption of mid-wave infrared photons, making it suitable for thermal-imaging infrared detectors as stated in the product application scope. The rock-salt cubic crystal structure supports the material's optoelectronic performance in such devices.
What particle size specification is available for this PbSe powder and how does it affect its use in quantum-dot solar cell research?
The powder is supplied at approx. -180 mesh, indicating a fine particulate form that can be processed into thin films or colloidal dispersions for quantum-dot solar cell research. The 99.99% purity ensures minimal unwanted impurities that could affect device performance.
What documentation is available for safety and quality assurance when handling this lead selenide powder?
A Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) can be provided upon request for batch-specific confirmation, covering purity verification and handling precautions. Given the presence of lead and selenium, proper protective equipment and waste disposal procedures should be followed as per institutional guidelines.
Atomfair PbSe powder is a 99.99% pure, direct-bandgap semiconductor (0.27 eV) with rock-salt cubic structure, designed for thermal-imaging infrared detector and optoelectronic research.
Positive
- Direct bandgap for IR detection: With a direct bandgap of 0.27 eV at room temperature, this PbSe powder is suited for thermal-imaging infrared detectors and photoresistors.
- High purity for research consistency: The 99.99% purity level ensures minimal contaminants for consistent experimental results in quantum-dot solar cell and optoelectronic device research.
Trade-offs
- Approximate mesh size variability: The -180 mesh specification indicates an approximate particle size distribution that may not be uniform, potentially requiring additional sieving or milling for applications demanding precise particle size control.
- Safety documentation and handling required: As a lead-containing compound, PbSe requires proper safety documentation (SDS) and handling procedures to mitigate toxicity risks, as indicated by the availability of SDS upon request.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD excl. heavy equipment). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).
