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ST0178 Neodymium Oxide Sputtering Target, Nd2O3

Chemical Formula: Nd2O3
Catalog Number: ST0178
CAS Number: 1313-97-9
Purity: 99.9%, 99.95%, 99.99%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made

Neodymium Oxide (Nd2O3) sputtering target  come in various forms, purities, sizes, and prices. Thin Film Materials (TFM) manufactures and supplies top-quality sputtering targets at competitive prices.

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Neodymium Oxide Sputtering Target Description

The Neodymium Oxide Sputtering Target from TFM is an oxide sputtering material composed of neodymium (Nd) and oxygen (O). This material is used in various high-precision applications due to its unique properties.

Neodymium

Neodymium is a chemical element with the symbol “Nd,” originating from the Greek words ‘neos didymos,’ meaning new twin. It was first mentioned in 1885 and observed by A. von Welsbach. Neodymium has an atomic number of 60 and is located in Period 6, Group 3 of the periodic table, within the f-block. Its relative atomic mass is 144.242(3) Dalton, with the number in brackets indicating the measurement uncertainty. Neodymium is widely used in the production of strong permanent magnets, which are essential in various high-tech and industrial applications, including electric motors, hard disk drives, and audio equipment.

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OxygenOxygen, symbolized as “O,” is a chemical element derived from the Greek words ‘oxy’ and ‘genes,’ meaning acid-forming. It was first mentioned and observed by W. Scheele in 1771, who also accomplished and announced its isolation. Oxygen has an atomic number of 8 and is situated in Period 2, Group 16 of the periodic table, within the p-block. The relative atomic mass of oxygen is 15.9994(3) Dalton, with the number in brackets indicating the uncertainty. Oxygen is essential for life, playing a crucial role in respiration, combustion, and various chemical processes, and it is a major component of water, organic compounds, and the Earth’s atmosphere.

Specification of Neodymium Oxide Sputtering Target

Material TypeNeodymium Oxide
SymbolNd2O3
Color/AppearanceLight blue, Solid
Melting Point (°C)2,272
SputterRF, RF-R, DC
Type of BondIndium, Elastomer

Neodymium Oxide Sputtering Target Target Bonding

Specialized bonding services for Neodymium Oxide Sputtering Targets, including indium and elastomeric bonding techniques, enhance performance and durability. Thin Film Materials (TFM) ensures high-quality solutions that meet industry standards and customer needs.

We also offer custom machining of backing plates, which is essential for sputtering target assembly. This comprehensive approach improves target design flexibility and performance in thin film deposition. Our channels provide detailed information about bonding materials, methods, and services, helping clients make informed decisions.

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Our Neodymium Oxide (Nd2O3) Sputtering Target is meticulously tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and strict quality control. We take great care to prevent any damage during storage and transportation, ensuring that the targets maintain their high quality and integrity for optimal performance in various applications.

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TFM offers Neodymium Oxide (Nd2O3) Sputtering Targets in various forms, purities, sizes, and prices. We specialize in high-purity thin film deposition materials with optimal density and minimal grain sizes, which are ideal for semiconductor, CVD, and PVD applications in display and optics. Contact Us for current pricing on sputtering targets and other deposition materials that are not listed.

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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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