12064-03-8

Basic information

• Product Name: GALLIUM ANTIMONIDE
• Synonyms: antimony,compd.withgallium(1:1);GALLIUM ANTIMONIDE;GALLIUM ANTIMONIDE PIECES -6 MESH &;Gallium antimonide, single crystal substrate (100);GALLIUM ANTIMONIDE, 99.999%;Gallium antimonide, 99.99% (metals basis);Gallium antimonide, 99% (metals basis);Gallium Antimonide 99.99%
• CAS NO: 12064-03-8
• Molecular Formula: GaSb
• Molecular Weight: 191.48
• EINECS: 235-058-8
• Product Categories: Inorganics;Electronic Materials;Materials Science;Micro/Nanoelectronics
• Mol File: 12064-03-8.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 980 °C(lit.)
• Appearance: /pieces
• Density: 5.62 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Water Solubility: Insoluble in water.
• CAS DataBase Reference: GALLIUM ANTIMONIDE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: GALLIUM ANTIMONIDE(12064-03-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: GALLIUM ANTIMONIDE(12064-03-8)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xn,N
• Statements: 20/22-51/53
• Safety Statements: 61
• RIDADR: UN 1549 6.1/PG 3
• WGK Germany: 2
• TSCA: Yes
• HazardClass: 6.1
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 12064-03-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Gallium antimonide (GaSb) is a semiconductor material with unique properties, such as a high refractive index and a tunable band gap. It is known for its cubic crystal structure and high purity, making it a valuable component in various applications across different industries.

Uses

Used in Semiconductor Industries:
Gallium antimonide is used as a key material in the semiconductor industry due to its high purity (99.99%) and desirable electronic properties, such as a band gap of 0.81 eV at 0K and 0.72 eV at 300K, and high electron and hole mobility.
Used in Infrared Applications:
Gallium antimonide is used as a component in infrared detectors, infrared LEDs, and lasers due to its ability to efficiently detect and emit infrared radiation.
Used in Thermophotovoltaic Systems:
GaSb is utilized in thermophotovoltaic systems, which convert thermal energy into electrical energy, taking advantage of its semiconductor properties and high refractive index.
Used in Photoresists and Composites:
Gallium antimonide is used as a component of photoresists and other composites where a high refractive index is desirable, contributing to the performance and efficiency of these materials.
Used in Semiconducting Devices:
GaSb is employed in the development and manufacturing of semiconducting devices, leveraging its electronic properties such as effective mass and dielectric constant, as well as its enthalpy of fusion.

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