Cadmium Telluride Sputtering Targets
Cadmium Telluride Sputtering Targets
| Cadmium Telluride Sputtering Targets | |
| Product No | NRE-43207 |
| CAS No. | 1306-25-8 |
| Formula | CdTe |
| Molecular Weight | 240.01 |
| Purity | >99.9% |
| Density | 5.85 g·cm−3 |
| Thickness | 3 mm ± 0.5mm (can be customized) |
| Diameter | 50 mm ± 1mm (can be customized) |
| Shape | Round |
| Resistivity | NA |
| Thermal Conductivity | NA |
Cadmium Telluride Sputtering Targets
Cadmium telluride (CdTe) sputtering targets are crucial in several advanced technology applications, primarily due to their unique properties as a semiconductor material. Here’s an overview of how CdTe sputtering targets are employed in specific product applications.
Photovoltaic Cells
Application: CdTe is widely used in thin-film solar cells.
Role: In photovoltaic cells, CdTe acts as the primary light-absorbing layer. CdTe solar cells are known for their high efficiency and relatively low production costs. Sputtering targets are used to deposit thin films of CdTe onto substrates, which are then processed to form the active layer of the solar cell.
Process:
Sputtering: CdTe sputtering targets are used to deposit CdTe films onto a substrate.
Post-Deposition Processing: The deposited CdTe film is then subjected to further treatments, such as annealing, to optimize its properties for photovoltaic performance.
Semiconductor Devices
Application: Used in various semiconductor devices, including thin-film transistors and other electronic components.
Role: CdTe is utilized for its semiconductor properties in devices that require specific electrical characteristics. Sputtering targets are used to create thin layers of CdTe that are part of the electronic circuitry.
Optoelectronic Devices
Application: Used in certain optoelectronic applications, including light sensors and photodetectors.
Role: CdTe’s properties are advantageous in devices that detect or convert light into electrical signals. Sputtering targets are used to deposit CdTe films that contribute to the device’s optical and electronic performance.
X-ray and Gamma-ray Detectors
Application: CdTe is used in detectors for X-ray and gamma-ray imaging.
Role: The high atomic number of CdTe makes it an effective material for detecting high-energy radiation. Sputtering targets are used to deposit CdTe films onto detector substrates, where they play a crucial role in radiation detection and imaging.
