Silicon And Silicon Compounds

About Silicon and Silicon Compounds

Elemental and metallic forms include pellets, rods, wires and granules for use as evaporation source material. Silicon oxides are available as powders and dense pellets for applications such as optical coatings and thin-film processes. Silicon fluoride provides a non-soluble source of silicon for applications where oxide formation is undesirable, for example in metallurgy, chemical and physical gas phase deposition and in certain optical coating processes. Silicon is also available in soluble forms, including chlorides and acetates. These compounds may be produced as solutions with defined stoichiometries.

Silicones, a large family of synthetic polymers, are an important silicon product. They are available as liquids to hard, glass-like solids and exhibit a range of measurable properties. Silicon metal and its compounds are offered with purities ranging from 99% to 99.999% (ACS grade to ultra-high purity).

Categories of Silicon and Silicon Compounds:

Silicon Wafer: Silicon wafers are the basis of modern electronics. These high-purity substrates are used for the fabrication of microchips, integrated circuits and other electronic components.

Silicon Carbide (SiC): Silicon carbide is used in high-temperature, high-voltage and high-performance applications. It is employed in power electronics, thereby enabling improved efficiency and reduced device dimensions.

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2): Silicon dioxide is a fundamental component of glass, optical fibres and microelectronics. Its insulating properties make it a material used in electrical insulation and protective coatings.

Silicones: Silicones are versatile polymers with applications ranging from adhesives and sealants to medical devices and consumer products. They provide properties such as heat resistance, flexibility and biocompatibility.

Advantages of Silicon and Silicon Compounds:

Excellent Semiconductors: Silicon serves as a key semiconductor material in modern electronics. It enables miniaturisation and integration of advanced technologies.

Versatility: Silicon compounds are used across various industries, including electronics and construction, due to their distinct characteristics.

Enhanced Performance in Power Electronics: Silicon carbide supports high-power electronic applications. It enables energy solutions with improved efficiency and a lower environmental impact.

Diverse Functions: Silicones exhibit properties such as elasticity and durability. They are employed in multiple sectors.

Customisation: A variety of silicon forms and compounds is available to meet specific application requirements.

Technical Expertise: Our team provides advice on selecting appropriate silicon products for specific projects and on optimising their use.

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