Germanium Powder Description
Germanium Powder is a high-purity, finely ground form of germanium, a lustrous, grayish-white metalloid from the carbon group with physical properties similar to tin and silicon. Naturally, germanium reacts easily with oxygen to form complexes and is too reactive to exist in its native state on Earth. Ultra-high purity germanium powder is typically obtained through processes like zone refining. With excellent semiconducting and infrared transmission properties, it finds applications in electronics, fiber optics, infrared optics, and as a catalyst in chemical and polymer manufacturing.
Germanium Powder Specification
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Item No.
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Description
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Purity
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Lot Size
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ME32P-5N
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Germanium Powder
-100mesh
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99.999 %
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1kg
5kg
100kg
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Germanium Powder Applications
Semiconductor Industry: Germanium powder is used as a raw material for the production of germanium wafers and substrates. These wafers are essential components in the manufacture of high-frequency transistors, diodes, and other semiconductor devices. Germanium was one of the earliest materials used in the development of transistors.
Infrared Optics: Germanium is transparent to infrared (IR) radiation, making it valuable for IR optics applications. Germanium lenses and windows are used in thermal imaging cameras, night vision devices, and spectrometers that operate in the IR region.
Solar Cell Technology: Germanium is used in multi-junction solar cells, which are highly efficient in converting sunlight into electricity, especially in concentrated solar power systems and space-based solar arrays.
Fiber Optics: Germanium is incorporated into optical fibers and waveguides for its high refractive index, which allows for efficient light signal transmission in telecommunications and data transmission systems.
Medical Imaging: Germanium-based detectors are used in positron emission tomography (PET) scanners for medical imaging. PET scanners can detect gamma rays emitted by positron-emitting isotopes used in diagnostic imaging.
Infrared Spectroscopy: Germanium crystals are used as ATR (attenuated total reflection) prisms or crystals in infrared spectroscopy to analyze the chemical composition of samples.
Geothermal Sensors: Germanium thermistors are employed as temperature sensors in geothermal exploration and monitoring systems due to their high temperature sensitivity and stability.
Atomic Physics Research: Germanium is used in experiments related to atomic physics, quantum computing, and precision measurements due to its electronic properties.
Gamma Radiation Detection: Germanium-based detectors, known as high-purity germanium (HPGe) detectors, are used for gamma radiation spectroscopy in nuclear physics, nuclear medicine, and environmental monitoring.
Infrared Cameras: Germanium is used in the production of thermal imaging cameras for various applications, including surveillance, industrial inspections, and military operations.
High-Performance Electronics: Germanium transistors are still used in some specialized applications, such as in cryogenic electronics and radiation-hardened electronics for space exploration.
Materials Research: Germanium powder is used in materials research and development to synthesize novel materials and study their properties.
Germanium Powder Packaging
Our germanium powder is clearly tagged and labeled externally to ensure efficient identification and quality control. Great care is taken to avoid any damage which might be caused during storage or transportation.
Germanium Powder FAQs
Is Germanium Powder reactive?
Germanium reacts easily with oxygen, forming complexes, but it is stable under controlled conditions. Proper storage is necessary to prevent oxidation.
How should Germanium Powder be stored?
It should be stored in a dry, cool environment, preferably in airtight containers to prevent oxidation and contamination.
Germanium Powder Safety Information
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Signal Word
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Danger
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Hazard Statements
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N/A
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Hazard Codes
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H228
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Precautionary Statements
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P210
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Flash Point
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Not applicable
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Risk Codes
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N/A
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Safety Statements
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N/A
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RTECS Number
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LY5200000
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Transport Information
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UN 3089 4.1 / PGII
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WGK Germany
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3
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GHS Pictograms
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