Description of Gold Nanowires
Nanowire can be defined as a one-dimensional structure having a lateral limit of fewer than 100 nanometers (with no limitation in the longitudinal direction). At this scale, quantum mechanical effects are important and are therefore also referred to as "quantum wires." As an important part of nanotechnology, nanowires can be used to make ultra-small circuits.
Specifications of Gold Nanowires
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Average diameter
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~3nm
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Length
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~5μm
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Concentration
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10mg/ml, 20mg/ml or customized
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Purity
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>99.5 %
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PH
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3.0-5.0
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Contains
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CTAB as stabilizer
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Other metal
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<1000ppm
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Applications of Gold Nanowires
1. Nanoelectronics: Gold nanowires are used in nanoelectronic devices such as transistors, diodes, and nanoscale interconnects due to their superior electrical conductivity. They can help in the miniaturization of electronic components, leading to more compact and energy-efficient devices.
2. Sensors: AuNWs are highly sensitive to changes in their environment, making them suitable for use in chemical and biological sensors. They can detect gases, molecules, or biomolecules by measuring changes in their electrical or optical properties upon exposure to specific analytes.
3. Flexible electronics: Due to their mechanical flexibility, gold nanowires are ideal for flexible electronic devices like wearable electronics, flexible displays, and sensors integrated into textiles. They retain excellent conductivity even when bent or stretched, making them perfect for applications requiring durability and flexibility.
4. Transparent conductive films: Gold nanowires can be used to create transparent conductive films, which are essential for touchscreens, solar cells, and displays. They provide high electrical conductivity while maintaining optical transparency, and are a potential alternative to indium tin oxide (ITO) for transparent electrodes.
5. Electrochemical devices: In energy storage and conversion devices such as batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells, gold nanowires can be used as electrode materials. Their high surface area and conductivity can enhance the performance of these devices, improving charge and energy transfer processes.
6. Catalysis: Gold nanowires can act as effective catalysts for certain chemical reactions, particularly in processes like the oxidation of carbon monoxide or hydrogen fuel cells. Their high surface area and stability make them efficient in catalyzing reactions at the nanoscale.
7. Optoelectronic devices: Gold nanowires can be used in optoelectronic devices, such as photodetectors and light-emitting devices, where their excellent conductivity and interaction with light can enhance device performance.
8. Bioelectronics: In the field of bioelectronics, gold nanowires can be integrated with biological systems to create bioelectronic sensors or devices. Their biocompatibility and conductivity make them ideal for applications like neural probes, biosensors, or bioelectronic interfaces that can monitor biological signals or stimulate tissues.
9. Surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS): AuNWs are also used in surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) to amplify the Raman signals of molecules near their surface. This application is useful for detecting trace amounts of chemicals or biomolecules in fields like environmental monitoring, medical diagnostics, and forensic science.
Packing of Gold Nanowires
Our Gold Nanowires are 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.
