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MetalsTek Engineering is a leading supplier of Chromium Sputtering Targets, including Planar and Rotary types. We offer competitive pricing and excellent lead times on all our materials, and we can supply custom materials per any specs/drawings upon request.
The main Chromium Sputtering Targets include Chromium Sputtering Targets, Chromium Alloy Sputtering Targets, Chromium Oxide Sputtering Targets, and Chromium Compound Sputtering Targets.
Material: Chromium, 99.9%, 99.95%, 99.99%, 99.999%
Properties: Silvery Metallic, 1,857°C M.P., 7.2 g/cc Density
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: CrO3 / Cr2O3, 99.9%, 99.95%, 99.99%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Cr2O3 – Green Crystalline Solid, 2,266 Melting Point, RF, RF-R Sputter.
Material: Aluminum Chromium, 99.9%, 99.95%
Properties: Gray, 660°C M.P., 5.5g/cc Density
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Cobalt, 99.9%～99.99%
Properties: Silvery Metallic, 1,330°C M.P., 10g/cc Density
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Copper, 99.9%～99.999%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Molybdenum, 99.9%～99.99%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Nickel, 99.9%～99.95%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Titanium, 99.9%～99.995%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Vanadium, 99.9%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Titanium, 99.9%～99.999%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Cobalt Nickel Chromium Alloy, 99.9%～99.999%
Properties: Metallic, 9.7g/cc Density, 13 µm/m-K Thermal Expansion
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Cobalt Chromium Nickel Alloy, 99.9%～99.999%
Properties: Metallic, 9.7g/cc Density, 13 µm/m-K Thermal Expansion
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium
Material: Nickel Chromium Aluminum Alloy, 99.9%～99.95%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Silicon Chromium, 99%～99.95%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Nickel Chromium Silicon, 99.9%～99.95%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Ni/Cr/Fe, Fe/Cr/Ni(Stainless Steel), Co/Cr/Fe/Ni/Al, Co/Cr/Fe/Ni/Mn
Purity: 99.9~99.999%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Nitride, 99.5%, 99.9%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Carbide, 99.5%
Properties: Gray, 1,895°C M.P., 6.68g/cc Density, 180.01 M.W.
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Fluoride, 99.9%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Silicide, 99.5%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium Recommended
Material: Chromium Sulfide, 99.9%
Properties: Brown to Black, 1,350°C M.P., 3.77g/cc Density, 200.19 M.W.
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Boride, 99.9%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Material: Chromium Boride, 99.9%~99.999%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made
Properties: Gray, 1,900°C M.P., 6.1 g/cc Density, 292.41 M.W.
Sizes: Disc – Dia. 1”~14” * Thick 0.125” / 0.25”
Block – Thick≥1mm * Width ≤12” * Length≤14”
Bonding: Indium, Elastomer
Chromium and Chromium-related Sputtering Targets are crucial in thin film deposition, specifically in the physical vapor deposition (PVD) domain. These targets are made from high-purity chromium metal and are the primary source for depositing chromium thin films onto various substrates. Chromium Sputtering Targets are engineered to meet strict quality standards, ensuring uniform composition and density, thus enabling consistent thin film deposition across the substrate surface. With excellent sputtering efficiency and superior adhesion properties, chromium thin films from these targets find various applications across industries, including electronics, optics, automotive, aerospace, and decorative coatings. Chromium Sputtering Targets are crucial for technological advancements and innovation, from corrosion-resistant coatings to reflective layers and electrical contacts.
MetalsTek Engineering is a leading supplier of Chromium Sputtering Targets, including Planar and Rotary types. We offer competitive pricing and excellent lead times on all our materials, and we can supply custom materials per any specs/drawings you provide. Whether for chromium-specific applications or related sputtering targets, MetalsTek delivers unparalleled excellence in materials engineering, meeting the evolving demands of modern technology and innovation.
Chromium is a popular metal that is known for its shiny appearance and resistance to corrosion. It has a high melting point, a specific gravity of 7.2, and a vapor pressure of 10-4 Torr at 1,157°C. Chromium is used in the car industry to make shiny coatings on wheels and bumpers. It is also used in vacuum applications, such as making glass for cars, making solar cells, making batteries, and making shiny coatings that do not corrode.
| Material Type | Chromium | Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 4.9 x 10^-6/K |
| Symbol | Cr | Theoretical Density (g/cc) | 7.2 |
| Atomic Weight | 51.9961 | Z Ratio | 0.305 |
| Atomic Number | 24 | Sputter | DC |
| Color/Appearance | Silvery, Metallic | Max Power Density (Watts/Square Inch) | 80 |
| Thermal Conductivity | 94 W/m.K | Type of Bond | Indium, Elastomer |
| Melting Point (°C) | 1,857 | Comments | Films very adherent |
Are you looking for the perfect layer? Trust our decades of experience and extensive database of chemical compositions and manufacturing processes. Our team is constantly improving our sputtering targets and arc cathodes to enhance the following material properties:
We offer chromium and chromium-based sputtering targets in ultra-high purity forms, with purities up to 99.999%. These high purity levels ensure fewer defects in your films and coatings, resulting in superior quality for your final products.
Our sputtering targets are designed to provide uniform deposition rates and consistent coating qualities. They are engineered to minimize particle generation during the sputtering process. Our targets are built to withstand rigorous sputtering conditions, offering extended life and reducing downtime, which improves operational efficiency.
Our chromium targets are designed for high-performance applications, utilizing advanced technologies and materials. We offer tailored compositions to meet your specific application requirements, guaranteeing the ideal solution for your sputtering needs.
Our team of experts is ready to offer technical support and guidance to enhance your sputtering processes. With strategically placed stock locations across the globe, we guarantee fast and dependable delivery of our sputtering targets.
Chromium is a versatile metal widely used in various industries due to its unique properties. Chromium Sputtering Targets, composed of pure chromium or chromium alloys, find extensive applications in thin film deposition processes, particularly in physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques like magnetron sputtering and ion beam sputtering. Here are several critical applications of Chromium Sputtering Targets:
1. Decorative Coatings: Chromium coatings are renowned for their aesthetic appeal and corrosion resistance. They are commonly used in the automotive industry for decorative vehicle trim, such as door handles, bumpers, and grills. Chromium coatings are applied to household fixtures, faucets, and bathroom accessories for their shiny and durable finish.
2. Hard Coatings: Chromium coatings provide excellent hardness, wear resistance, and lubricity, making them suitable for applications requiring surface protection and durability. These coatings are used in cutting tools, molds, and industrial machinery components to enhance lifespan and performance under harsh operating conditions.
3. Optical Applications: Chromium thin films are employed in optical coatings because they can reflect visible light while transmitting infrared radiation. They are also utilized in architectural glass, solar control films, and mirrors for applications ranging from building insulation to automotive glazing and aerospace components.
4. Electronic Devices: Chromium Sputtering Targets are integral to fabricating semiconductor devices and electronic circuits. They deposit thin films as conductive layers, diffusion barriers, and interconnects in microelectronics, flat panel displays, and photovoltaic cells.
5. Wear and Corrosion Protection: Chromium coatings offer superior resistance to corrosion, oxidation, and chemical attack, making them suitable for protective coatings in harsh environments. They are applied to industrial equipment, aerospace components, and medical implants to mitigate wear and extend the service life of critical parts.
6. Tribological Applications: Chromium-based coatings exhibit low friction and high wear resistance, making them ideal for tribological applications such as bearings, shafts, and sliding surfaces. These coatings reduce frictional losses, improve energy efficiency, and enhance the performance of mechanical systems.
7. Barrier Layers: Chromium is often used as a barrier layer in multilayer thin-film structures to prevent the diffusion of contaminants and maintain the integrity of underlying layers. In semiconductor manufacturing, chromium is a diffusion barrier between copper and silicon to prevent copper migration and ensure device reliability.
Our Chromium Sputtering Targets are clearly labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. To prevent any damage during storage or transportation, we take great care.
In today’s fast-paced world of technology and industry, materials like chromium and chromium-based sputtering targets play a crucial role. These materials are essential for thin film deposition processes, which have transformed industries like electronics and aerospace. But what are sputtering targets, and why is chromium so important for these advanced applications?
Sputtering targets are essential materials used in a sputtering process to deposit thin films of one material onto another. This is done by sputtering atoms out of the target material and onto a substrate. This technique is widely used in manufacturing processes across various industries, such as semiconductors, solar panels, and protective coatings.
Chromium sputtering targets are in high demand because they have some really cool properties. Chromium is a transition metal that has a high melting point, is tough, and doesn’t tarnish. It’s great for making films that are both tough and conductive. It’s also great for making things that need to be really precise and last a long time.
As a hard material layer, chromium (Cr) and chromium nitride (CrN) protect engine components such as piston rings optimally against rapid wear and thereby extend the service life of important components. For other components, such as bucket tappets, chromium is used as an adhesive layer for the DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coating. Our chromium can also be used as a decorative layer on watches, electronic items, control elements, and many other products to give a brilliant shine.
Pure chromium targets are commonly used, but there are also chromium-based alloys and compounds, such as chromium nitride or chromium oxide, that are used for specific purposes in different applications. These chromium-based targets have specific properties, like increased hardness or specific electrical characteristics, that are important for certain industrial applications.
Chromium sputtering targets are used in a variety of applications, from smartphones to spacecraft. They play a critical role in semiconductor manufacturing by creating barrier layers and conductive paths. In the automotive industry, sputtered chromium coatings improve the durability and corrosion resistance of components.
Semiconductor and Electronics
Optical Coatings
Automotive Industry
Photovoltaics and Energy Storage
Other Applications
The excellent corrosion resistance, hardness, and optical properties of Cr and Cr-based coatings make sputtering targets of these materials invaluable for a wide range of applications in various industries, particularly in electronics, optics, automotive, and energy sectors.
When it comes to making chromium sputtering targets, there are a few key steps that need to be followed to make sure you get the best results. First, you start with raw chromium. Then, you melt it down and mix it with other stuff if you need to. Finally, you shape it into targets. It’s really important to be super careful and pay close attention to each step so that you get the right kind of thin films in the end.
Processes of how to produce sputtering targets:
When it comes to choosing the right chromium sputtering target, there are a few key factors to consider. First and foremost, you need to think about the specific requirements of your application. This includes things like the purity of the target, the composition of the alloy, and the properties you want your film to have.
At MetalsTek, we understand that every application is different. That’s why we offer a wide range of options and can even customize our targets to meet your specific needs. We’ve been in the business for over 20 years, so you can trust us to help you find the right target for your application.
When it comes to choosing the right sputtering target material, there are a few things you need to consider. First and foremost, you need to think about the specific requirements of your application. This includes things like the electrical, optical, and mechanical properties of the thin films you want to create. These properties can vary widely depending on the application, so it’s important to choose a target material that will give you the results you’re looking for.
In addition to the material properties and application requirements, you also need to think about things like cost-effectiveness, equipment compatibility, and the sputtering method you plan to use.
This alignment is vital for achieving the desired film properties and ensuring that the target supports stable deposition, especially in applications where conductivity and the reduction of trace impurities are critical, such as in semiconductor and conductive film applications.
At MetalsTek, we take great pride in providing top-notch chromium and chromium-based sputtering targets that meet the demanding requirements of today’s industries. Our dedication to quality, coupled with our capability to tailor targets to precise sizes and compositions, positions us as the go-to choice for businesses looking to push boundaries and achieve greatness.
Without materials like chromium in sputtering targets, we wouldn’t have the technology and industry advancements we have today. As we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible, choosing the right sputtering target becomes even more important. MetalsTek is here to help you with that. We provide the materials that will shape the future.
Do you want to improve your products with high-quality chromium or chromium-based sputtering targets? Contact MetalsTek today. Let’s talk about how we can meet your needs and help you move your technology forward.