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Magnesium (Mg) Evaporation Material, Pellets, 99.9%, 1-3 mm
Product Type: Pure Metal Evaporation Material
Research-grade laboratory product
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LABORATORY PROCUREMENT SUPPORT
For material selection, deposition-source matching, pack-size confirmation or quotation support, contact our technical sales team.
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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This pure metal evaporation material is intended for vacuum thin-film deposition and requires source-hardware confirmation before use. Thermal/resistive evaporation is the preferred process route, while low-power e-beam evaporation is optional under confirmed source conditions.
- Source Compatibility: Confirm that the deposition source geometry and hardware are compatible with the supplied material form before loading.
- Process Route: Use thermal/resistive evaporation as the primary method and reserve low-power e-beam for systems where source compatibility is verified.
- Process Matching: Match the evaporation process route to the material's thermal behavior, melting point, and target film requirements.
- Documentation Review: Review the certificate, safety data sheet, shipment conditions, and export requirements against the intended laboratory use.
This procedure establishes the sequence for loading and evaporating magnesium evaporation material in a vacuum deposition system. Confirm source compatibility before loading and set parameters according to the material's thermal behavior.
Required Equipment: Mo/W/Ta boat or graphite/alumina crucible, Thermal/resistive evaporation source, Low-power e-beam source (optional), Vacuum deposition chamber
- Confirm source compatibility
Confirm that the deposition source geometry and boat or crucible material accept the supplied material form before loading. - Load material
Load the required quantity of material into the selected Mo/W/Ta boat or graphite/alumina crucible inside the vacuum chamber. - Set evaporation parameters
Set the thermal/resistive evaporation or low-power e-beam source parameters according to the material's thermal behavior and target film requirements. - Run deposition
Run the deposition process and verify that the resulting film meets the intended requirements.
What is the recommended evaporation method for Atomfair magnesium pellets (99.9%, 1-3 mm) to achieve controlled thin-film deposition?
Thermal/resistive evaporation is the preferred method for these magnesium pellets, with low-power e-beam as an optional alternative. The material is designed for use with Mo/W/Ta boats or graphite/alumina crucibles, and the 1-3 mm pellet size supports consistent source loading and evaporation review.
Can these magnesium pellets be used in e-beam evaporation systems, and what are the hardware requirements?
Yes, low-power e-beam evaporation is optional, but thermal/resistive evaporation is preferred. The compatible evaporation sources include Mo/W/Ta boats or graphite/alumina crucibles, and users must confirm that their deposition source geometry and power capabilities match the material's melting point of 649°C and density of 1.74 g/cm³.
What is the Z-ratio of these magnesium pellets and why is it critical for deposition rate monitoring?
The Z-ratio is 1.61, as specified in the product's technical data. This value is essential for calibrating quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) sensors to accurately measure film thickness and deposition rate during evaporation, ensuring process reproducibility and film quality.
This 99.9% pure magnesium pellet evaporation material, sized 1-3 mm, is optimized for thermal/resistive evaporation using Mo/W/Ta boats or graphite/alumina crucibles, with low-power e-beam as an optional method. Its low density (1.74 g/cm³) and melting point (649°C) require careful source loading and process control to avoid spitting or uneven deposition.
Positive
- Defined pellet form for source loading: The 1-3 mm pellet geometry facilitates consistent loading into Mo/W/Ta boats or graphite/alumina crucibles, reducing the risk of powder bridging or uneven melt distribution during thermal evaporation.
- Specified purity for process matching: The 99.9% purity specification enables direct comparison with standard and high-purity grades, allowing researchers to select the appropriate material for film purity requirements without over-specifying cost.
Trade-offs
- Low density requires careful handling: With a density of 1.74 g/cm³, magnesium pellets are lightweight and prone to static cling or displacement during loading, necessitating careful handling to maintain accurate charge weight in the evaporation source.
- Low melting point limits process window: The 649°C melting point, combined with magnesium's high vapor pressure, requires precise temperature control to avoid rapid evaporation or spitting, particularly in low-power e-beam configurations where beam stability is critical.
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).
