Barium Fluoride Evaporation Materials Description
Examine the primary properties of Barium Fluoride Evaporation Materials and assess their varied applications across several sectors. This page details the fundamental features and uses associated with incorporating Barium Fluoride into thin‐film deposition processes.
Barium Fluoride Evaporation Materials Specification
Specification |
Details |
Material Type |
Barium Fluoride |
Symbol |
BaF2 |
Appearance/Colour |
White cubic crystals |
Melting Point |
1 368 °C (2 494 °F; 1 641 K) |
Density |
4 893 g/cm3 |
Purity |
99.9% ~ 99.99% |
Form |
Powder/Granulate/Custom Fabrication |
Barium Fluoride Evaporation Materials Key Features
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Chemical Composition: Barium Fluoride (BaF2) consists of barium (Ba) and fluorine (F) and forms distinct white cubic crystals.
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High Melting Point: Barium Fluoride has a melting point of 1 368 °C (2 494 °F; 1 641 K) and is used in thermal evaporation processes that require elevated temperatures.
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Density: With a density of 4 893 g/cm3, Barium Fluoride provides considerable mass, thereby enhancing stability during thin‐film deposition.
Barium Fluoride Evaporation Materials Applications
1. Optical Coatings: Engineers utilise Barium Fluoride thin films to coat lenses, mirrors and various optical components. Its refractive properties regulate light transmission and reflection.
2. Windows and Lenses: Industries use Barium Fluoride for windows and lenses owing to its transparency in the ultraviolet and infrared ranges.
3. Scintillators: Its scintillation characteristics support the detection of ionising radiation in applications such as medical imaging and security systems.
Researchers and engineers apply the properties of Barium Fluoride Evaporation Materials in scientific research and industrial developments.
Packaging
Our Barium Fluoride (BaF2) Evaporation Materials are labelled appropriately to ensure accurate identification and quality control. Special care is taken to prevent damage during storage or transport.