Material | LSCO |
Purity | 99.9% |
Shape | Planar Disc |
The Lanthanum Strontium Cobalt Oxide (LSCO) Target is engineered for high-performance applications, offering exceptional electrical conductivity, robust catalytic activity, and remarkable stability under elevated temperatures. Composed of lanthanum, strontium, and cobalt, LSCO features a perovskite crystal structure that enhances its conductivity, making it ideal for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) and catalytic processes. The inclusion of cobalt boosts its ability to facilitate oxygen reduction reactions, while strontium improves ionic conductivity, leading to superior electrochemical performance. LSCO remains stable in high-temperature environments, ensuring long-term durability and consistent performance. Its compatibility with sputtering processes allows for the deposition of uniform, high-quality thin films, essential for advanced electronic and energy applications.
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Material: Lanthanum Strontium Cobalt Oxide (LSCO)
Purity: 99.9%
Form: Planar Disc
Chemical Composition (%):
Element | Content |
---|---|
La | 80 |
Sr | 10 |
CoO | 10 |
Note: Specifications are based on theoretical data. For customized requirements and detailed inquiries, please contact us.
Customized to meet specific project needs.
The Lanthanum Strontium Cobalt Oxide Target (LSCO) is versatile and widely utilized in several cutting-edge applications:
Our LSCO Targets are carefully packaged to ensure their integrity during shipping and storage. Depending on the size, smaller targets are securely housed in polypropylene (PP) boxes, while larger ones are shipped in custom-built wooden crates. We prioritize customized packaging solutions and use appropriate cushioning materials to provide maximum protection.
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Q1: What deposition techniques are compatible with LSCO Targets?
A1: LSCO Targets are primarily utilized in RF sputtering and DC magnetron sputtering processes for thin film deposition in semiconductor, energy, and electronic applications.
Q2: Is LSCO suitable for applications involving high temperatures?
A2: Absolutely. LSCO demonstrates excellent thermal stability, making it ideal for high-temperature applications like solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) and other high-performance electrochemical devices.
Q3: Can LSCO Targets be customized in size and shape?
A3: Yes, Stanford Advanced Materials offers customization options for the size, shape, and backing plate of LSCO Targets to meet specific project requirements.
Property | LSCO Target | ITO (Indium Tin Oxide) | LaSrMnO₃ (LSMO) |
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Composition | La₁₋ₓSrₓCoO₃ (x = 0.1-0.3) | In₂O₃:Sn (90:10 wt%) | La₁₋ₓSrₓMnO₃ (x = 0.1-0.3) |
Electrical Conductivity | High (10³-10⁴ S/cm) | High (10³-10⁴ S/cm) | High (10³-10⁴ S/cm) |
Optical Transparency | Moderate (80-85% in visible) | Excellent (>85% in visible) | Low (<70% in visible) |
Thermal Stability | Excellent (up to 800°C) | Moderate (degrades above 400°C) | Excellent (up to 900°C) |
Application Suitability | SOFCs, sensors, TCO sputtering | Displays, touchscreens, solar cells | Magnetoresistive devices, sensors |
Deposition Compatibility | RF/DC sputtering, PLD | Sputtering, evaporation | Pulsed laser deposition |
Key Advantages | High conductivity, excellent catalytic properties | Superior optical transparency | High magnetoresistance |
Key Limitations | Higher cost compared to some alternatives | Limited thermal stability | Lower optical transparency |
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Lanthanum is a soft, silvery-white, ductile rare earth metal commonly found in minerals such as monazite and bastnäsite. It boasts a high melting point and excellent electrical conductivity, forming stable oxide compounds. Lanthanum is pivotal in catalysts, phosphors, and battery technologies, including nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. Lanthanum oxide is essential for high-temperature applications and solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), enhancing device performance and stability.
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Strontium is a soft, silvery alkaline earth metal found in minerals like celestite and strontianite. It has a relatively low melting point and is highly reactive with water and air. Strontium is primarily used to produce compounds such as strontium carbonate, essential in electronics and ceramics. Additionally, it is used in fireworks for vibrant red flames and in medical applications for bone treatments. Strontium enhances ionic conductivity in ceramic materials, improving the electrochemical performance of solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs) when incorporated into alloys like LSCO.
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Cobalt is a hard, lustrous, silver-gray transition metal with a high melting point and remarkable thermal and chemical stability. It commonly forms +2 and +3 oxidation states and reacts with oxygen, sulfur, and halogens at elevated temperatures. Cobalt is crucial in various industries, including:
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In Lanthanum Strontium Cobalt Oxide (LSCO), cobalt is vital for its catalytic properties and electrochemical performance, making it indispensable for fuel cells and electronic devices.