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Silver (Ag) Evaporation Material, Pellets, 99.99%, 3-6 mm
Product Type: Pure Metal Evaporation Material
Research-grade laboratory product
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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Silver pellets require vacuum deposition with thermal or e-beam evaporation using Mo/W/Ta boats or water-cooled e-beam hearths with graphite/alumina liners. The material's Z-ratio of 0.529 and melting point at 962 °C must be accounted for in process calibration and source loading.
- Evaporation Source Compatibility: Use only Mo, W, or Ta boats or water-cooled e-beam hearths with graphite or alumina liners to avoid contamination and ensure proper wetting.
- Process Calibration Requirement: Calibrate thickness monitors using the Z-ratio of 0.529 to accurately measure deposited film thickness.
- Temperature Management: Heat the material to its melting point of 962 °C under vacuum to achieve consistent evaporation rates.
- Pellet Size Handling: Load 3-6 mm pellets directly into the source without further size reduction to maintain uniform evaporation.
What is the recommended evaporation source configuration for silver pellets with 99.99% purity and 3–6 mm size?
The product is designed for use with Mo/W/Ta boats for thermal/resistive evaporation or water-cooled e-beam hearths with graphite/alumina liners. This compatibility is explicitly stated in the technical specifications to ensure proper thermal transfer and film quality.
How does the Z-ratio of 0.529 influence the deposition process for silver evaporation?
The Z-ratio of 0.529 is a material-specific factor used in quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) thickness monitoring to correct for the acoustic impedance of silver. Accurate Z-ratio values, as provided in the product specifications, are essential for precise film thickness control during e-beam evaporation.
What are the typical melting point and density of the silver pellets, and how do they affect evaporation parameters?
The silver pellets have a melting point of 962 °C and a density of 10.5 g/cm³. These values are critical for setting evaporation power and deposition rate; the high density and moderate melting point make silver suitable for both thermal and e-beam evaporation methods as noted in the product data.
This Silver (Ag) evaporation material, 99.99% purity, pellets 3-6 mm, is suitable for thermal/resistive or e-beam deposition using Mo/W/Ta boats or e-beam hearths with liners. The defined form and purity support consistent thin-film applications, but source compatibility and process calibration are required.
Positive
- High Purity (99.99%): The 99.99% purity minimizes contamination in deposited thin films, ensuring reliable electrical and optical properties for sensitive research and device applications.
- Pellet Form with Defined Size Range: Pellets sized 3-6 mm enable consistent source loading and controlled evaporation rates, compatible with both thermal/resistive and e-beam evaporation methods.
Trade-offs
- Deposition Source Hardware Compatibility Required: This material is specifically designed for use with Mo/W/Ta boats or water-cooled e-beam hearths with graphite/alumina liners; alternative source configurations may not be suitable and must be verified before use.
- Process Parameters Must Be Calibrated: The melting point (962°C), density (10.5 g/cm³), and Z-ratio (0.529) affect evaporation rate and thickness monitoring, requiring process calibration to achieve consistent film properties.
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