Copper Indium Alloy Sputtering Target | |
Product No | NRE-43040 |
CAS No. | NA |
Formula | CuIn |
Molecular Weight | 178.36 g/mol |
Purity | 99.9% |
Density | NA |
Thickness | 3 mm ± 0.5mm (can be customized) |
Diameter | 50 mm ± 1mm (can be customized) |
Shape | Round |
Electrical Resistivity | NA |
Electronegativity | NA |
Copper Indium Alloy Sputtering Target
Introduction
Copper indium alloys, particularly copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS), are vital materials used in the production of thin-film photovoltaic cells. These alloys combine the excellent electrical conductivity of copper with the semiconductor properties of indium, making them suitable for various applications in electronics and renewable energy technologies. Sputtering targets made from copper indium alloys are utilized for the deposition of thin films, which are essential for enhancing device performance and efficiency.
Applications
Photovoltaic Solar Cells:
CIGS Solar Cells: Copper indium gallium selenide (CIGS) is a leading material in thin-film solar cells. Sputtered films of CIGS provide high absorption coefficients and tunable bandgaps, allowing for efficient light conversion and energy harvesting.
Semiconductor Devices:
Thin Film Transistors (TFTs): Copper indium alloys can be used in the fabrication of TFTs for displays and other electronic applications, contributing to improved performance and reduced power consumption.
Optoelectronic Devices:
Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs): The semiconductor properties of copper indium alloys make them suitable for use in LEDs and other optoelectronic devices, enhancing efficiency and brightness.
Thermoelectric Devices:
Energy Harvesting: Copper indium alloys are investigated for thermoelectric applications, where they can convert temperature differences into electrical energy, contributing to energy harvesting technologies.
Magnetic Materials:
Spintronics: Research into copper indium alloys includes their use in spintronic devices, which leverage electron spin for data storage and transfer, potentially leading to faster and more efficient electronic devices.
Catalysis:
Catalytic Applications: Copper indium alloys can also be explored for their catalytic properties in various chemical reactions, including reactions related to energy conversion and environmental remediation.