Germanium

About Germanium (Ge)

Symbol: Ge
Atomic number: 32
Atomic mass: 72.630
Element category: Metalloid

Pure germanium metal is a hard, lustrous, grey-white and brittle metalloid. It shares chemical characteristics with its neighbouring elements Tin and Silicon.

Germanium metal is a semiconductor used primarily in transistors, integrated circuits and various electronic devices. It is chiefly employed in glass fibre systems, infrared optics and solar cells.

Germanium also forms numerous compounds. These compounds are used as polymerisation catalysts and have recently found application in the production of nanowires.

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) now offers various germanium products, including:

Germanium Metal:

Germanium metal in the form of lumps, pieces, ingots, rods, powders, etc.; Purity: 5N or 6N

Germanium Crystal Wafer:

Single crystal & polycrystalline, N-Type

Germanium Compound:

Germanium oxide powder, 4N–6N; Germanium tetrachloride (GeCl4) liquid, 4N–8N

Germanium Evaporation Materials:

Ge, Copper-Germanium (Cu/Ge), Germanium Nitride (Ge3N4), Germanium Sulphide (GeS), Germanium Selenide (GeSe2), Germanium Telluride (GeTe)

Key Advantages:

Multiple Applications: Germanium’s inherent properties enable its use in a range of applications. Its applications include infrared optics, semiconductors, solar cells and photodetectors. Consequently, our germanium products meet many industrial requirements.

Effective Semiconductor: The semiconductor properties of germanium are essential for the manufacture of diodes, transistors and other electronic components.

Optical Performance: Germanium is transparent in the infrared spectrum, which makes it a suitable material for infrared optics and lenses used in thermal imaging and night vision systems.

Precision and Purity: Quality is a fundamental aspect of our germanium products. We adhere to strict industry standards and detailed specifications to ensure that our germanium maintains the purity required for consistent performance and reproducible results.

Technical Expertise: Our team possesses extensive knowledge of germanium properties and applications. We provide tailored technical support and advice, thereby assisting customers in utilising germanium’s specific characteristics to meet defined requirements.

Reliable Supply: We recognise the importance of an uninterrupted supply of germanium products. Our global presence and efficient logistics ensure that germanium is delivered when and where it is required.

Our Germanium Product Range:

SAM offers a range of germanium products for various applications, including:

Infrared Optics: Lenses and windows made from germanium are used in thermal imaging, spectroscopy and infrared sensing, thereby enabling precise measurement in different fields.

Semiconductors: Germanium is utilised in the manufacture of electronic components such as diodes and transistors, consequently contributing to the functionality of electronic devices.

Photovoltaics: Germanium is employed in solar cells and photodetectors, which convert light energy into electrical energy at high efficiency.