CY10350 Potassium Tantalate Niobate KTN Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x0.5 mm

Potassium Tantalate Niobate KTN Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x0.5 mm Description

Potassium Tantalate Niobate KTN Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x0.5 mm is a single-crystal material based on the KTa1-XNbXO3 composition. Its (100) crystallographic orientation supports predictable domain structures and tunable dielectric properties. The 10x10x0.5 mm dimensions ensure compatibility with standard processing equipment used in electronics and photonics research. The substrate’s uniformity and controlled microstructure benefit experimental reproducibility in property measurements.

Potassium Tantalate Niobate KTN Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x0.5 mm Applications

1.      
Electronics and Photonics
   - Used as a dielectric layer in tunable resonators to achieve frequency adjustment by leveraging its variable dielectric constant.
   - Applied as an active element in electro-optic modulators to control light intensity by leveraging its refractive index variation.

2.      
Material Research and Characterisation
   - Serves as a test substrate in crystallographic studies to verify domain alignment by leveraging its precise (100) orientation.
   - Frequently used in experimental setups for dielectric property measurements to support material calibration and comparative analysis.

Potassium Tantalate Niobate KTN Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x0.5 mm Packing

The substrate is individually packaged in an anti-static pouch and secured within a foam-lined container to prevent mechanical damage and contamination. It is stored under temperature-controlled conditions to maintain its dielectric characteristics. Additional custom packaging, including inert atmosphere sealing and compartmentalisation, is available to meet specific handling and storage requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What measurement techniques are recommended for surface quality verification?
A1: Surface quality can be verified using scanning electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy. These methods allow for detailed inspection of crystallographic orientation and defect density, ensuring the substrate meets specific microstructural criteria.

Q2: How does the (100) orientation affect its integration into device architectures?
A2: The (100) orientation offers predictable domain structures that facilitate integration into high-frequency circuits and electro-optic devices. This controlled orientation supports even material behaviour and uniform dielectric properties across the substrate.

Q3: What are the proper handling and storage practices for this substrate?
A3: The substrate should be handled using anti-static tools in a cleanroom environment. It must be stored in a temperature-controlled, low-humidity setting to prevent degradation of dielectric properties, and packaged in protective materials to avoid mechanical stress.

Additional Information

Potassium Tantalate Niobate (KTN) substrates belong to the class of perovskite materials known for their tunable dielectric and electro-optic properties. These substrates are extensively studied in material science for their phase transition behaviour and dielectric tunability, which can be modulated through controlled composition adjustments. Such characteristics are essential for applications requiring dynamic control of electrical properties.

In academic and industrial research, KTN materials support investigations into ferroelectric and photonic devices. Their predictable crystallographic orientation and uniform microstructure provide a reliable platform for experimental validation and the development of novel device architectures.