1327-50-0

Basic information

• Product Name: ANTIMONY (III) TELLURIDE
• Synonyms: Antimony(III) Telluride 99.999%;Antimony sesquitelluride;AntiMony(III) telluride (99.96%-Sb);AntiMony(III) telluride powder, -325 Mesh, 99.96% trace Metals basis;Antimony(III) telluride beads, >=99.99%;Antimony(III) telluride (Sb2Te3);Antimony(III) telluride, 99.999% trace metals basis;ANTIMONY TRITELLURIDE
• CAS NO: 1327-50-0
• Molecular Formula: Sb2Te3
• Molecular Weight: 626.32
• EINECS: 215-480-9
• Mol File: 1327-50-0.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 629°C
• Boiling Point: 1173.8 °C
• Appearance: Gray/Powder
• Density: 6.5 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
• Water Solubility: Insoluble in water.
• Stability: Stable. Non-flammable. Incompatible with acids.
• CAS DataBase Reference: ANTIMONY (III) TELLURIDE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: ANTIMONY (III) TELLURIDE(1327-50-0)
• EPA Substance Registry System: ANTIMONY (III) TELLURIDE(1327-50-0)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xn,N
• Statements: 20/22-51/53
• Safety Statements: 61
• RIDADR: UN 1549 6.1/PG 3
• WGK Germany: 2
• HazardClass: 6.1(b)
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 1327-50-0(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Antimony (III) telluride, also known as Sb2Te3, is a three-dimensional topological insulator that exhibits unique electronic properties. It is a grey solid and can be used as a binary sesquichalogenide. Antimony (III) telluride forms p-type semiconducting films, making it a valuable material for the development of thermoelectric materials.

Uses

Used in Electronics Industry:
Antimony (III) telluride is used as a semiconductor material for the production of thermoelectric materials. Its p-type semiconducting properties allow for efficient conversion of heat into electricity, making it a promising candidate for various electronic applications.
Used in Vacuum Deposition:
Antimony (III) telluride is utilized in the vacuum deposition process, where it is deposited as a thin film onto a substrate. This technique is commonly employed in the manufacturing of electronic devices and components, as well as in the production of solar cells and other optoelectronic devices.
Used in Thermoelectric Applications:
Antimony (III) telluride is used as a thermoelectric material for converting waste heat into electricity. Its unique electronic properties make it an efficient material for thermoelectric generators, which can be used in various industries to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Used in Optoelectronic Devices:
Due to its semiconducting properties, antimony (III) telluride is also used in the development of optoelectronic devices, such as solar cells and photodetectors. Its ability to form thin films makes it suitable for these applications, where precise control over material properties is crucial for optimal device performance.

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