Calcium Fluoride Sputtering Target (CaF2, Purity: 99.99%)
Calcium Fluoride Sputtering Target
Calcium Fluoride Sputtering Target | |
Product No | NRE-43023 |
CAS No. | 7789-75-5 |
Formula | CaF2 |
Molecular Weight | 78.07 g/mol |
Purity | >99.9% |
Density | 3.18 g/cm³ |
Thickness | 3 mm ± 0.5mm (can be customized) |
Diameter | 50 mm ± 1mm (can be customized) |
Shape | Round |
Resistivity | NA |
Electronegativity | NA |
Calcium Fluoride Sputtering Target
Calcium fluoride (CaF₂) sputtering targets are used in various advanced technology applications due to their unique optical and physical properties. Here’s how CaF₂ sputtering targets are employed in specific product applications.
Optical Coatings
Application: CaF₂ is widely used in the deposition of optical coatings for lenses, mirrors, and other optical components.
Role: Calcium fluoride is known for its excellent optical transparency in the ultraviolet (UV) to infrared (IR) regions of the spectrum. It is used to create thin films that enhance the performance of optical systems by providing anti-reflective coatings or protective layers.
Infrared Windows and Lenses
Application: CaF₂ is used in the manufacturing of infrared (IR) windows and lenses.
Role: CaF₂’s transparency in the IR region makes it suitable for IR optics. Sputtering targets are used to deposit thin films of CaF₂ that are used in the fabrication of IR windows and lenses, which are essential for IR imaging and sensing applications.
Photolithography
Application: CaF₂ is used in photolithography processes for semiconductor manufacturing.
Role: In photolithography, CaF₂ can be used as a material for masks or coatings due to its optical properties. It helps in achieving precise patterning and high-resolution imaging required in semiconductor fabrication.
Laser Components
Application: CaF₂ is used in various laser components, including laser windows and prisms.
Role: The material’s low absorption and high damage threshold make it ideal for high-power laser applications. CaF₂ sputtering targets are used to deposit thin films that are part of laser systems and optical components.
Protective Coatings
Application: CaF₂ is used as a protective coating on various substrates.
Role: Calcium fluoride coatings provide protection against environmental factors such as moisture and abrasion. These coatings can also improve the durability and performance of optical components and other materials.