Cadmium Oxide Sputtering Targets

Cadmium Oxide Sputtering Targets

Cadmium oxide (CdO) sputtering targets are used for depositing thin films of cadmium oxide, which is a versatile material with a range of valuable properties.

Transparent Conductive Oxides (TCOs)

Display Technology: Cadmium oxide is used to produce transparent conductive films for displays, including LCDs and OLEDs. CdO films are employed as transparent electrodes that allow light to pass through while conducting electricity effectively.

Touch Screens: CdO is used in the production of transparent conductive layers in touch screens, providing a combination of optical transparency and electrical conductivity.

Solar Cells

Photovoltaic Devices: Cadmium oxide is used in thin-film solar cells, particularly in conjunction with cadmium telluride (CdTe) to create efficient photovoltaic cells. CdO films can serve as a buffer or window layer in these devices, enhancing performance.

 Electrochemical Devices

Sensors: CdO films can be used in various sensors, including gas sensors and biosensors. The material’s electronic properties make it suitable for detecting gases or other substances by monitoring changes in electrical resistance.

Batteries and Supercapacitors: CdO is also explored for use in energy storage devices, such as batteries and supercapacitors, where it can enhance electrochemical performance.

 Optical Coatings

Antireflective Coatings: CdO films can be used in antireflective coatings due to their optical properties. These coatings are used on lenses and optical components to reduce reflection and improve light transmission.

Optical Windows: Transparent CdO films can be applied to optical windows to enhance their performance, particularly in systems requiring a combination of transparency and electrical conductivity.

 Catalysis

Catalytic Coatings: Cadmium oxide is used in catalytic applications, such as in catalytic converters and other chemical reactors. CdO films can enhance catalytic activity and stability, improving the efficiency of chemical processes.

Thin-Film Transistors (TFTs)

Display and Memory Devices: In thin-film transistors used in displays and memory devices, CdO can be employed as a channel material or electrode, benefiting from its conductive and optical properties.

Research and Development

Material Science: CdO sputtering targets are used in research to explore new applications and understand the fundamental properties of cadmium oxide. This includes investigating novel uses in electronics, optoelectronics, and energy technologies.