Description

Lithium Niobate is an inorganic compound with the chemical formula LiNbO₃, known for its exceptional piezoelectric, ferroelectric, and nonlinear optical properties. Its unique combination of high electro-optic coefficients and photorefractive effects makes it a critical material for advanced photonic and electronic applications. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the telecommunications, laser technology, and sensor industries, where precise control over light and electrical signals is paramount.

Application

• Optical Waveguides & Modulators: Core material for integrated photonic circuits, electro-optic modulators, and optical switches in high-speed fiber optic communication systems.
• Nonlinear Optical Devices: Used in frequency doublers, optical parametric oscillators (OPOs), and other devices for generating and manipulating laser wavelengths.
• Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) Devices: Key substrate for SAW filters, resonators, and sensors in radio-frequency (RF) and mobile communication equipment.
• Photorefractive & Holographic Data Storage: Enables dynamic holography, optical data storage, and real-time image processing due to its photorefractive effect.
• Pyroelectric & Piezoelectric Sensors: Employed in infrared detectors, pressure sensors, and acoustic transducers.
• Optical Isolators & Circulators: Utilized in Faraday rotators to protect laser sources from back reflections.
• Substrate for Thin-Film Deposition: Serves as a high-quality single-crystal substrate for epitaxial growth of functional oxide films.
• Research & Development: Fundamental material for academic and industrial research in solid-state physics, materials science, and quantum optics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Lithium Niobate
CAS No.	12031-63-9
Molecular Formula	LiNbO₃
Molecular Weight	147.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Niobium Oxide; Niobic Acid Lithium Salt; Lithium Metaniobate; LiNbO₃; LN; Niobium Lithium Oxide; Lithium Niobate Single Crystal; Ferroelectric Lithium Niobate
EINECS	234-755-4

Quality Control

Our Lithium Niobate is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. We provide material tailored to specific application requirements, including optical, piezoelectric, and SAW grades. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as crystal orientation, purity, and physical specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with global standards for advanced material supply.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The material is not hygroscopic but should be kept free from dust and corrosive contaminants to maintain surface quality and performance integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to colorless crystalline powder or wafer
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to LiNbO₃ structure
Purity (LiNbO₃)	≥ 99.9%
Crystal Orientation	X-cut, Y-cut, Z-cut, or customized
Major Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	< 100 ppm total
Particle Size (Powder)	Customized (e.g., 1-10 µm, 10-50 µm)
Wafer Diameter & Thickness	Customized (e.g., 3", 4", 0.5 mm thick)
Surface Finish (Wafer)	Polished (Ra < 5 nm) or as-cut

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