CdTeSe Sputtering Targets | |
Product No | NRE-43355 |
CAS No. | NA |
Formula | CdTeSe |
Molecular Weight | NA |
Purity | >99.9% |
Density | NA |
Thickness | 3 mm ± 0.5mm (can be customized) |
Diameter | 50 mm ± 1mm (can be customized) |
Shape | Round |
Resistivity | NA |
Thermal Conductivity | NA |
CdTeSe Sputtering Targets
Cadmium telluride (CdTe) sputtering targets are utilized in various advanced applications due to their unique semiconductor and optoelectronic properties. Here’s a look at some specific product applications for CdTe sputtering targets.
Photovoltaic Cells
Thin-Film Solar Panels: CdTe is widely used in the production of thin-film solar cells. CdTe solar panels are valued for their efficiency in converting sunlight into electricity and their relatively low production costs. The sputtering process is used to deposit thin films of CdTe onto substrates to create these solar cells.
Optoelectronic Devices:
Infrared Detectors: CdTe is used in infrared detectors for various applications, including thermal imaging and night vision. The material’s ability to detect infrared radiation makes it suitable for these devices.
Photodetectors: CdTe thin films are also used in photodetectors that operate in the visible to near-infrared spectrum. These detectors are used in imaging systems and optical communication.
Semiconductor Devices:
High-Frequency and High-Power Devices: CdTe’s semiconductor properties make it suitable for use in high-frequency and high-power electronic devices. It can be used in microwave and millimeter-wave applications due to its electronic characteristics.
Thermoelectric Materials:
Energy Conversion: CdTe can be used in thermoelectric materials for converting temperature gradients into electrical power. This application leverages CdTe’s thermoelectric properties for energy harvesting and power generation.
Optical Coatings:
Anti-Reflective Coatings: CdTe thin films can be used in optical coatings, including anti-reflective coatings on lenses and optical devices.
X-Ray and Gamma-Ray Detectors:
Radiation Detection: CdTe is used in x-ray and gamma-ray detectors due to its ability to efficiently convert high-energy photons into electrical signals.
Catalysis:
Catalytic Reactions: Although less common, CdTe films can be explored in catalytic applications where their unique properties could enhance the efficiency of chemical reactions.
Biomedical Applications:
Imaging: CdTe-based detectors are used in certain biomedical imaging techniques. Their sensitivity to specific radiation types can be beneficial for various imaging modalities.