Description
Chrome-Cobalt (Cr/Co) evaporation materials exhibit properties that qualify them for a wide range of thin-film deposition applications. They have a high melting point that supports stable evaporation at elevated temperatures. The materials display sufficient thermal stability, thereby enabling accurate control of the deposition process to yield uniform coatings. They offer good adhesion and wetting on various substrates, thereby forming strong bonds and smooth surfaces. Their magnetic properties assist in the fabrication of magnetic thin films for electronic components. Given that these materials can be reproduced and scaled in manufacturing, many UK research institutes and industrial enterprises select Chrome-Cobalt evaporation materials when high-quality thin-film deposition is required.
Specification
Material
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Chrome-Cobalt
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Hardness
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363 - 402 HV
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Tensile Strength
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1290 - 1420 MPa
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Elongation
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25 - 29
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Yield Strength
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760 - 839 MPa
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Density
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~8,5 - 10 g.cm^-3
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Melting Point
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2430 °F (1330 °C)
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Applications
Chrome-Cobalt (Cr/Co) evaporation materials serve diverse functions in multiple sectors. They are used in the fabrication of magnetic thin films for electronic components given their magnetic properties. They also contribute to the deposition of optical coatings that improve reflectivity and the wear behaviour of lenses and mirrors. In addition, the materials are applied to deposit corrosion-resistant coatings on metal surfaces, thereby improving resistance to environmental damage. They are further utilised in the manufacture of decorative coatings that produce distinct visual effects. Many UK research institutes and industrial enterprises, including organisations such as Stanford Advanced Materials and Oceania International LLC, use these materials in applications where high-quality thin-film deposition is required.