Palladium Evaporation Materials

MetalsTek Engineering is a worldwide manufacturer and supplier of high-purity Palladium Evaporation Materials. We offer our evaporation materials in powder and granule form, and customized forms are also available upon request.

Palladium Evaporation Material, Pd

Palladium Evaporation Material

Material: Palladium, Pd

Purity: 99.95%

Properties: 12.02g/cc Density, 1,554.9°C M.P.

Form: Pellets, Pieces, Wire, Powder, Can be Customized

Size: 2*2mm, 3*3mm, 6*6mm, or Tailored Size

Description

Palladium Evaporation Materials, typically in the form of pellets, wires, or rods, are utilized in physical vapor deposition (PVD) techniques to deposit thin palladium layers onto substrates for electronics, optics, and coatings applications. Palladium is a precious metal with a silvery-white appearance, much like platinum. This element belongs to the platinum group of metals in the periodic table. Palladium has the lowest melting point and is the least dense of the elements in this group. It has a melting point of 1,554°C, a density of 12.038 g/cc, and a vapor pressure of 10-4 Torr at 1,192°C. Palladium is known for its malleability, ductility, and resistance to corrosion. Like platinum, it is mainly used as a catalytic converter in the industry. Palladium can also be used in jewelry and surgical instruments. In addition, it is commonly evaporated under a vacuum to produce semiconductors, sensors, and data storage.

Palladium Specifications

Material Type

Palladium

Z Ratio

0.357

Symbol

Pd

E-Beam

Excellent

Atomic Weight

106.42

Thermal Evaporation Techniques

Boat: W*** 

Coil: W

Basket: W

Crucible: Al2O3

E-Beam Crucible Liner Material

FABMATE®, Graphite, Tungsten

Atomic Number

46

Temp. (°C) for Given Vap. Press. (Torr)

 

 

10-8: 842

10-6: 992

10-4: 1,192

Color/Appearance

Silvery White Metallic

Comments

Alloys with refractory metals.

Thermal Conductivity

72   W/m.K

Melting Point

1,554 °C

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion

11.8 x 10-6/K

Theoretical Density

12.02 g/cc

Applications

Palladium Evaporation Materials find applications across various industries due to their unique properties. Here are some typical applications:

  1. Electronics: Palladium Evaporation Materials are widely used in electronic applications, particularly in manufacturing thin-film electronic devices. These devices include resistors, capacitors, and interconnects used in integrated circuits and semiconductors. Palladium’s excellent conductivity and resistance to corrosion make it ideal for these applications.
  2. Optics: In the optics industry, Palladium Evaporation Materials are utilized for coating optical components such as lenses, mirrors, and filters. The thin palladium films deposited on these surfaces enhance their reflectivity, durability, and resistance to oxidation, contributing to improved optical performance and longevity.
  3. Catalysis: Palladium is well-known for its catalytic properties, and Palladium Evaporation Materials are used as catalysts in various chemical reactions. These reactions include hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, oxidation, and coupling reactions in organic synthesis, petroleum refining, and environmental remediation. Palladium’s high surface area and reactivity make it highly effective as a catalyst for promoting desired chemical transformations.
  4. Sensor Technology: Palladium Evaporation Materials are employed in sensor technology, particularly gas sensors, for detecting hydrogen, oxygen, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Palladium-based sensors exhibit high sensitivity, selectivity, and stability, making them suitable for automotive, industrial safety, environmental monitoring, and healthcare applications.
  5. Metallurgy: In metallurgical applications, Palladium Evaporation Materials are used as alloying agents to improve the mechanical properties and corrosion resistance of other metals, such as gold, silver, and platinum. These palladium-containing alloys are utilized in jewelry, dental materials, and aerospace components where high strength, flexibility, and biocompatibility are required.
  6. Thin-Film Coatings: Palladium Evaporation Materials deposit thin films onto various substrates for functional and decorative purposes. These films protect coatings against corrosion, wear, and tarnishing on surfaces such as metal alloys, ceramics, and plastics. Palladium coatings also provide electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding in electronic devices and improve adhesion in adhesive bonding applications.

Overall, the versatility, durability, and catalytic properties of Palladium Evaporation Materials make them indispensable in a wide range of industries, contributing to advancements in electronics, optics, catalysis, sensing, and materials science.

Packaging

Our Palladium Evaporation Materials are clearly labeled to ensure efficient identification and quality control. We take great care to prevent any damage during storage or transportation.

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