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Silver (Ag) Evaporation Material, Wire, 99.999%, Dia. 0.5 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 evaporation wire requires thermal/resistive evaporation using tungsten, molybdenum, or tantalum filament, basket, coil, or boat sources. Users must match deposition source geometry and process parameters to the material's melting point (962°C), density (10.5 g/cm³), and Z-ratio (0.529) for accurate film thickness control.
- Deposition Source Compatibility: Use only W/Mo/Ta filament, basket, coil, or boat sources for thermal evaporation of this silver wire.
- Process Method Requirement: Apply thermal/resistive evaporation method; other deposition techniques are not supported.
- Thickness Monitoring Parameter: Set the quartz crystal monitor to Z-ratio 0.529 for accurate film thickness measurement.
- Evaporation Parameter Matching: Adjust evaporation parameters according to the melting point and density of silver to achieve consistent deposition rates.
- Procurement Verification: Confirm deposition-source compatibility and pack size before ordering to ensure proper source loading and quantity.
Why is 99.999% purity critical for Silver evaporation material in thin-film deposition?
99.999% purity (5N) minimizes contamination in the deposited silver film, which is essential for achieving high electrical conductivity, low optical losses, and consistent film properties in research-grade applications. The product specification explicitly lists 99.999% purity, indicating a material suitable for high-performance thin-film requirements where even trace impurities can degrade device performance.
Can this 0.5 mm diameter Silver wire be used with all thermal evaporation sources?
The wire is compatible with W/Mo/Ta filament, basket, coil, or boat thermal evaporation sources as stated in the product specifications. However, the 0.5 mm diameter and wire form must be matched to the source geometry—for example, ensuring the wire fits securely in a basket or coil without excessive void space to maintain uniform evaporation. Buyers should confirm source compatibility before ordering.
What is the Z-Ratio of 0.529 for Silver and why is it important for deposition monitoring?
The Z-Ratio of 0.529 is a material-specific acoustic impedance factor used to calibrate quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) sensors during thin-film deposition. It corrects for the difference in acoustic properties between the crystal and the deposited silver film, enabling accurate real-time thickness and rate measurements. The value is provided in the technical specifications to ensure proper QCM calibration for the evaporation process.
This 99.999% pure silver wire (0.5 mm diameter) is optimized for thermal resistive evaporation in high-vacuum thin-film deposition, providing consistent film purity but requiring careful source matching and handling to avoid contamination.
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- High purity 99.999%: The 99.999% purity specification minimizes trace metal contamination in deposited films, essential for reproducible optical and electronic properties in research-grade coatings.
- Wire form with defined diameter: The 0.5 mm wire diameter is designed to support consistent loading into thermal evaporation sources, enabling controlled feed rates and uniform deposition profiles.
Trade-offs
- Deposition source compatibility required: The material is specifically intended for thermal resistive evaporation using W/Mo/Ta filaments, baskets, coils, or boats; other evaporation methods or source geometries may not achieve proper melting or film quality.
- Melting point constrains process parameters: With a melting point of 962°C, the evaporation process requires precise power control and compatible source materials to avoid thermal damage to the source or uneven film deposition.
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