Rare earth nitride sputtering targets are compound materials composed of rare earth elements and nitrogen, typically used for thin film deposition in physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes. These targets find wide applications in fields such as optical devices, electronic devices, and magnetic materials. Deposition of rare earth nitride thin films can improve the performance of devices, enhancing their functionality and efficiency.

Characterized by unique optical and magnetic properties, rare earth elements impart special characteristics to the targets, making them highly valuable for specific applications. Additionally, nitride ceramic targets exhibit high hardness and wear resistance, leading to their extensive use in manufacturing wear-resistant coatings and tool coatings.

Typical Applications:

Fuel Cells: Rare earth targets like yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) are used to produce electrolyte materials, providing excellent ion conductivity and enhancing the power density and efficiency of fuel cells.

Magnetic Materials: Rare earth alloy targets like NdFeB are employed in the production of high-performance permanent magnets, critical components in modern electric motors and generators.

Catalysts: Rare earth targets such as cerium are utilized in the production of catalytic converters for automotive exhaust purification, effectively reducing harmful gas emissions.

Display Technology: Rare earth targets are used in manufacturing luminescent layers for display technology or in data storage technology for producing high-density storage materials.

Tool Coatings and Protective Films: Silicon nitride targets are employed in the production of hard coatings, enhancing the durability of tools.

Below are some of the nitride targets we commonly provide. Feel free to contact us via phone or online consultation if you have any requirements.

Manufacture Method: Hot Pressing (HP), Hot/Cold Isostatic Pressing (HIP, CIP), Vacuum Melting, Vacuum Sintering

Features:

• High purity, high density (Close to 100%), low gas content

• Grain refinement

• Semiconductor grade

• High utilization efficiency

Production Process:

Raw Material Preparation - Melting - Forging - Rolling - Heat Treatment - Machining - Quality Inspection - Packaging - Shipping

Customized Size

Circular: Diameter <= 14 inch, Thickness >= 1mm;

Rectangle: Length <= 48 inch, Width <= 15.75 inch, Thickness >= 1mm.

For larger product sizes, we can do 45-degree or 90-degree angle tiles.

If you have other requirements, we can customize for you. Please provide drawings (PDF, JPG, PNG).

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