Description

Calcium Selenide is an inorganic compound of significant industrial and research interest. Its primary value lies in its role as a precursor for semiconductor materials and as a source of selenium in specialized chemical syntheses. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical sectors. The product is supplied as Calcium Selenide CAS NO 1305-84-6, meeting the stringent quality requirements of advanced technological applications.

Application

• Precursor material for the synthesis of II-VI semiconductor compounds, such as cadmium selenide nanoparticles and thin films.
• Raw material in photovoltaic research for developing novel solar cell materials.
• Source of selenium in specialty inorganic and organometallic chemistry.
• Starting material for producing phosphors and luminescent materials.
• Used in glass manufacturing to impart specific optical properties.
• Component in certain types of electronic ceramics and infrared optical materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Selenide
CAS No.	1305-84-6
Molecular Formula	CaSe
Molecular Weight	119.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium selenide; Calcium(II) selenide; Calcioselenide; Calcium monoselenide; Selenocalcium; EINECS 215-139-6

Quality Control

Our Calcium Selenide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous quality testing, including assay and impurity profile analysis, to meet the specifications required for advanced material synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red-brown to black crystalline powder or lumps
Identification (IR/XRD)	Conforms
Assay (CaSe)	≥ 95.0%
Water Soluble Substances	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.005%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.