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High-Purity Zinc Source for Thin Film, Optical, and Semiconductor Applications
Cell Lab 4N (99.99%) Zinc (Zn) Pellets are precision-engineered evaporation materials designed for thin-film deposition, optical coatings, and semiconductor processing.
Zinc is a bluish pale-grey metal known for its excellent conductivity, chemical stability, and low melting point (419.5°C). Its combination of moderate reactivity and excellent film-forming properties makes it ideal for applications such as anode fabrication, reflective coatings, and transparent conductive films.
In high-vacuum environments, Zinc vaporises cleanly to produce uniform, high-purity thin films with excellent adhesion to various substrates, making it an essential material for electronic, optical, and energy research.
Ultra-High Purity (99.99%) – Ensures minimal contamination for precise thin-film performance.
Low Melting Point (420°C) – Enables efficient thermal or e-beam evaporation.
High Conductivity – Excellent for use in electrode, semiconductor, and metallisation layers.
Wide Industrial Use – Suitable for optics, sensors, photovoltaics, and vacuum deposition.
Customisable Dimensions – Various pellet sizes and purities available upon request.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Name | Zinc |
| Chemical Formula | Zn |
| CAS Number | 7440-66-6 |
| Atomic Number | 30 |
| Molecular Weight | 65.38 g/mol |
| Appearance | Bluish Pale Grey, Metallic |
| Purity | 99.99% (4N) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 116 W/m·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 30.2 × 10⁻⁶ /K |
| Melting Point | 420 °C |
| Theoretical Density | 7.14 g/cm³ |
| Z Ratio | 0.514 |
| E-Beam Compatibility | Excellent |
| Recommended Crucible Materials | Al₂O₃, Graphite, Tungsten |
| Thermal Evaporation Techniques | Boat: W, Mo, Ta; Coil: W; Basket: W |
| Temperature (°C) for Given Vapour Pressure (Torr) |
10⁻⁸: 127 °C 10⁻⁶: 177 °C 10⁻⁴: 250 °C |
Optical Coatings – High-reflectivity and anti-corrosion coatings for mirrors and lenses.
Semiconductors & Microelectronics – Used for metallisation and contact layers.
Energy & Photovoltaics – Applied in solar cell electrodes and transparent films.
Protective & Conductive Layers – Used in surface coating and vacuum metallisation.
Battery Anodes & Catalysis – Functional material for advanced energy storage and catalytic processes.
Q1: What makes Zinc pellets ideal for evaporation?
Their high purity, low melting point, and stable vapour behaviour allow for consistent thin-film deposition.
Q2: Are these Zinc pellets suitable for e-beam evaporation?
Yes, they perform exceptionally well with e-beam systems due to their stable metallic structure.
Q3: Can Cell Lab supply custom pellet sizes or purities?
Absolutely — custom sizes, forms, and purities (up to 5N) can be provided upon request.
Q4: What crucible material is recommended for Zinc evaporation?
Alumina, molybdenum, or tungsten crucibles are ideal for stable and clean evaporation.
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