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E beam evaporation materials, E beam evaporation sources, E Beam evaporation crucible
Thin film deposition is a crucial process in various industries, including electronics, optics, and materials science. Among the many techniques available, electron beam (E beam) evaporation stands out as a versatile and precise method for creating thin films. Let’s explore key components and considerations in E beam evaporation including materials, sources, and crucibles: E-Beam Evaporation...
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Sputtering targets, tantalum sputtering target, gold sputtering target, copper sputtering target, tungsten sputtering target
When it comes to thin film deposition techniques like sputtering, the choice of sputtering target material is crucial. Each material brings its unique properties and advantages to the table, making it suitable for specific applications. Let’s explore five different types of sputtering targets, highlighting their characteristics and common uses: Chromium Sputtering Target Material Characteristics: Chromium...
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alumina boat crucibles, alumina crucible boats
Alumina boat crucibles have emerged as indispensable tools in the world of high-temperature materials processing. With their unique properties, wide-ranging applications and a host of benefits, these crucibles are essential for industries that require precision and reliability in extreme heat conditions. Properties Alumina crucible boats are crafted from high-purity aluminum oxide (Al2O3), commonly known as...
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Boron nitride crucible
In the realm of high-temperature materials and applications, using a boron nitride crucible has emerged as a game-changer, revolutionizing industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, materials research and metal melting. These crucibles, made from a compound of boron and nitrogen, offer a range of advantages that set them apart from traditional crucible materials like graphite or...
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Argon gas purifier, Inert gas purifier, Inert gas purification system
Inert gases, such as nitrogen, argon, helium, and neon, play a crucial role in various industries and scientific applications. However, to meet the stringent requirements of many applications, inert gases must undergo purification processes to achieve high levels of purity— an inert gas purifier is essential for research and development engineers, scientists and production staff...
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Molybdenum Thermal Boat, evaporation sources
A molybdenum thermal boat, also known as a moly boat or Mo boat, is a specialized type of boat-shaped container made from molybdenum metal. It is commonly used in high-temperature applications, particularly in the field of materials science, chemistry and research laboratories. The Design and Purpose The boat’s design typically consists of a trough-like structure...
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E beam evaporation sources
E-beam evaporation stands out as one of the most versatile and widely used methods of thin film deposition techniques. The e-beam evaporation source is a key component that enables precise and controlled deposition of materials onto a substrate.  Here’s what you need to know:  Understanding E-Beam Evaporation E-beam evaporation is a physical vapor deposition (PVD)...
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Evaporation sources
May 2023 marked R.D. Mathis Company’s 60th year specializing in high-vacuum evaporation sources and materials. Our longevity and success in the industry are a testament to the quality of our products and the dedication of our team throughout the years.  Here’s a look at the key qualities that make R.D. Mathis Company what it is today:...
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evaporation sources
Vacuum deposition is a process used in manufacturing and research to deposit thin films of material onto a substrate. One method of vacuum deposition is thermal evaporation, which involves heating a material in a vacuum chamber until it vaporizes and then condenses onto a substrate. The Process The thermal evaporation process begins with a vacuum...
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The Evaporator Newsletter

  • The U.S. just hit a major milestone for energy storage — which is also great news for solar

    The United States has now added the capacity to store a billion watts of power for one hour and may double that total in 2018 alone, says a heady new forecast that highlights the rapid growth of the battery business.

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  • Laser Research new custom optics are suited for many applications

    Laser Research Optics has introduced custom lenses and windows made from zinc selenide, zinc sulfide, fused silica, germanium, silicon, and other materials for a myriad of applications. Laser Research Custom Optics can be supplied plano-convex, plano-concave, and as wedged-windows in round, rectangle, and square…

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  • Splicing together a thin film in motion

    Technology reliant on thin film materials has become ubiquitous in our everyday life. Control of the electronic properties of materials at the nanometer level is reflected in advances of computers, solar energy and batteries. The electronic behavior of thin films is heavily influenced by the contact with their surroundings, as exemplified by the recent…

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