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Germanium Antimony Tellurium Doped Carbon C-GST Target

Germanium Antimony Tellurium Doped Carbon C-GST Target

Catalog Number: TFM-SPT-0226
Chemical Formula: Ge/Sb/Te/C
Purity: 99.99%+
Shape: Planar

Aluminum  ficatio sputtering target  come in various forms, purities, sizes, and prices. Thin Film Materials (TFM) manufactures and supplies top-quality sputtering targets at competitive prices.

Product Overview

Germanium Antimony Tellurium Doped Carbon C-GST Target is a composition-specific sputtering target for thin-film deposition and PVD process development. The practical specification normally includes chemistry, purity, dimensions, density, target configuration, and any bonding or backing requirement needed by the sputtering cathode.

Material and Deposition Characteristics

Power mode and process conditions should be selected according to the target conductivity, thermal behavior, and the requirements of the cathode system. For less common materials, conservative initial power density and film-composition verification are good practice.

Technical Data

ParameterTypical Value / RangeImportance
MaterialCarbon-Doped Ge–Sb–Te (C-GST)Enhanced phase-change performance
GST CompositionGe–Sb–Te (custom ratios)Tunes switching & resistivity
Carbon ContentCustomized (typically low at.% levels)Improves thermal stability
Purity99.9% – 99.99% (total)Impacts device reliability
FormDisc / Plate (bonded or unbonded)Magnetron compatibility
Diameter25 – 300 mm (custom)Fits standard sputtering tools
Thickness3 – 6 mm (typical)Influences target lifetime
Backing PlateCopper (optional)Improves heat dissipation
MaterialKey AdvantageTypical Application
C-GST TargetImproved endurance & data retentionAdvanced PCM & neuromorphic devices
Standard GSTFast switchingConventional PCM
N-Doped GSTReduced resistance driftMemory optimization research
QuestionAnswer
What is the benefit of carbon doping in GST?Carbon improves thermal stability, endurance, and resistance drift behavior.
Can GST and carbon content be customized?Yes, both GST stoichiometry and carbon level can be tailored.
Are bonded targets recommended?Yes, copper-backed targets are preferred for high-power sputtering.
Is DC sputtering suitable for C-GST?Yes, DC magnetron sputtering is commonly used for C-GST films.
Is a Certificate of Analysis available?Yes, CoA can be provided upon request.

Typical Thin-Film Applications

  • Thin-film research and materials-development projects requiring a composition-specific sputtering source
  • Semiconductor, optical, energy, electronic, or laboratory coatings depending on the material system
  • Custom R&D work where target composition, purity, and geometry need to be specified together

Target Configuration and Ordering Considerations

For quotation and manufacturability review, provide target size, thickness, purity or alloy composition, quantity, and the sputtering gun or cathode model if known. If a bonded assembly is required, include backing-plate material, bonding preference, and any dimensional tolerances, surface-finish needs, or inspection-document requirements. TFM can also review customer drawings or old-target samples for replacement builds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main reason to use a Germanium Antimony Tellurium Doped Carbon C-GST Target sputtering target?

It provides a composition-specific source for thin-film deposition when the target material itself is important to the desired film chemistry or process.

How should the sputtering mode for Germanium Antimony Tellurium Doped Carbon C-GST Target be selected?

The power mode should be chosen according to target conductivity, thermal behavior, and equipment capability. Less-conductive materials are commonly evaluated with RF power.

Why are density and microstructure important for Germanium Antimony Tellurium Doped Carbon C-GST Target targets?

These factors can influence erosion stability, thermal behavior, particle generation, and the risk of cracking or local hot spots.

Can Germanium Antimony Tellurium Doped Carbon C-GST Target be supplied with a backing plate?

Yes. If the material is brittle or the cathode requires it, a bonded configuration can be reviewed according to target size, thickness, cooling, and power.

Does target composition always equal film composition?

No. Film chemistry may differ because of sputtering yields, process conditions, substrate temperature, re-sputtering, and chamber history. Film verification is recommended when composition matters.

What should I provide to request a quotation for Germanium Antimony Tellurium Doped Carbon C-GST Target?

Please provide the composition, purity, dimensions, quantity, target configuration, cathode details, and any drawing or inspection requirements.

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FAQ

It’s the source material (in solid form) used in sputter deposition to eject atoms or molecules that then form a thin film on a substrate.

Targets can be pure metals (e.g., gold, copper, aluminum), ceramics (e.g., Al₂O₃, SiO₂, TiO₂), alloys, or composites—chosen based on the film’s desired properties.

 

They are produced by processes such as melting/casting for metals or sintering (often with hot isostatic pressing) for ceramics and composite targets to ensure high density and purity.

 

In a vacuum chamber, a plasma (typically argon) bombards the target, ejecting atoms that travel and condense on a substrate, forming a thin film.

 

Key factors include the target’s purity, density, grain structure, and the sputtering yield (i.e. how many atoms are ejected per incident ion), as well as operating conditions like power density and gas pressure.

 

Operators monitor target erosion (often by measuring the depth of the eroded “race track”) or track total energy delivered (kilowatt-hours) until it reaches a threshold that can compromise film quality.

 

Fragile materials (such as many ceramics or certain oxides) and precious metals often require a backing plate to improve cooling, mechanical stability, and to allow thinner targets that reduce material costs.

 

DC sputtering is used for conductive targets, while RF sputtering is necessary for insulating targets (like many oxides) because it prevents charge buildup on the target’s surface.

 

In reactive sputtering, a reactive gas (e.g., oxygen or nitrogen) is introduced to form compound films on the substrate, but it may also “poison” the target surface if not carefully controlled.

 

Many manufacturers prefer to control raw material quality by sourcing their own powders; using external powders can risk impurities and inconsistent target properties.

 

Targets should be stored in clean, dry conditions (often in original packaging or re-wrapped in protective materials) and handled with gloves to avoid contamination, ensuring optimal performance during deposition.

Deposition rate depends on factors such as target material and composition, power density, working gas pressure, substrate distance, and the configuration of the sputtering system (e.g., magnetron design).

 
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