Zinc Iron Oxide (ZnFe2O4) Nanopowder / Nanoparticles (ZnFe2O4, 98.5%,10- 30 nm)
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| Zinc Iron Oxide Nanopowder | |
| Product No | NRE-4021 |
| CAS No. | 12063-19-3 |
| Formula | ZnFe2O4 |
| APS | 10-30 nm (Can be Customized) |
| Purity | 98.5% |
| Color | brown |
| Molecular Weight | 241.082 g/mol |
| Density | 5.5 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | NA |
| Boiling Point | NA |
Zinc Iron Oxide (ZnFe2O4) Nanopowder / Nanoparticles
Zinc Iron Oxide nanopowder / nanoparticles also known as zinc ferrite, is a mixed metal oxide that combines zinc (Zn) and iron (Fe) in a spinel crystal structure. When synthesized into nanopowder, ZnFe₂O₄ exhibits unique properties, such as magnetic, electrochemical, catalytic, and optical characteristics, which make it highly attractive for various applications in electronics, energy storage, catalysis, magnetism, and environmental protection.
Sensors and Detection: Gas Sensors: Due to their sensitivity to changes in the electrical properties upon exposure to gases, ZnFe₂O₄ nanoparticles can be used as gas sensors to detect gases like ammonia, carbon monoxide, methane, and nitrogen dioxide. This makes them useful in environmental monitoring and industrial safety.
Biosensors: ZnFe₂O₄ can also be used in biosensing applications, particularly in the detection of biomolecules such as proteins, DNA, and glucose. These sensors are often used in medical diagnostics for early disease detection.
Humidity Sensors: The electrical conductivity of ZnFe₂O₄ nanoparticles is also sensitive to humidity, making them useful in the development of humidity sensors for applications in weather forecasting, storage facilities, and HVAC systems.
Water and Air Purification:
Water Treatment: ZnFe₂O₄ nanoparticles are effective in removing heavy metals (e.g., lead, cadmium, and mercury) and organic pollutants from water. Their high adsorption capacity makes them valuable in water purification processes, particularly in areas with high levels of industrial contamination.
Air Purification: Due to their catalytic activity, ZnFe₂O₄ nanoparticles are used in air purification systems to break down harmful pollutants like volatile organic compounds (VOCs), particulate matter, and gaseous contaminants from industrial emissions.
Photonic and Optical Applications:
Photocatalysis: ZnFe₂O₄ nanoparticles can serve as photocatalysts under UV light for applications like water splitting to produce hydrogen and degradation of organic pollutants. Their optical properties make them useful in solar energy conversion and environmentally friendly processes.
Optical Sensors: These nanoparticles can be used in optical sensing applications, where their ability to absorb or emit light under specific conditions can be leveraged for detection and sensing in areas like food quality control and environmental monitoring.
