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Praseodymium Barium Copper Oxide Sputtering Targets

Praseodymium Barium Copper Oxide Sputtering Targets

Praseodymium Barium Copper Oxide Sputtering Targets
Product No NRE-43532
CAS No. 120305-22-8
Formula PBCO
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

Praseodymium Barium Copper Oxide Sputtering Targets

Praseodymium barium copper oxide sputtering targets is a member of the high-temperature superconductors (HTS) family, particularly known for its superconducting properties. Here’s an overview of sputtering targets made from this material, along with their applications and some introductory information.

Introduction:

Chemical Composition:

The compound typically has the formula PrBa2Cu3O7−x\text{PrBa}_2\text{Cu}_3\text{O}_{7-x}PrBa2​Cu3​O7−x​ (often referred to as PrBCO), which signifies its structure as a cuprate superconductor.

Superconducting Properties:

PrBCO exhibits superconductivity at relatively high temperatures, making it a subject of extensive research in the field of superconductivity.

Material Characteristics:

This material displays strong anisotropic behavior and high critical current densities, which are crucial for many applications.

Sputtering Targets

Sputtering Process:

Sputtering involves bombarding the PrBCO target with energetic ions, causing the ejection of atoms or molecules that deposit onto a substrate to form a thin film.

The targets are often prepared in a ceramic form, ensuring high purity and structural integrity.

Target Fabrication:

High-quality PrBCO targets are made using techniques such as solid-state reactions or sol-gel methods, ensuring a uniform composition and structure.

Applications

Superconducting Thin Films:

Used in the fabrication of superconducting thin films for electronic devices, including quantum computing components and sensitive magnetic field sensors.

High-Temperature Superconducting Coatings:

Applied in coatings for wires and tapes, enhancing the performance of superconducting materials in power applications.

Electronic Devices:

Useful in the development of microwave devices, filters, and antennas that benefit from superconducting properties.

Magnetic Levitation and Transport:

Employed in systems that utilize magnetic levitation, such as maglev trains, where superconductivity plays a vital role.

Research Applications:

Widely studied in laboratories for fundamental research in superconductivity, materials science, and condensed matter physics.

 

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