Description

Tantalum Nitride CAS NO 12033-62-4 is an advanced ceramic material known for its exceptional hardness, high melting point, and excellent chemical stability. This compound is critical for applications demanding superior wear resistance, thermal barrier properties, and reliable performance in aggressive environments. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the semiconductor, cutting tool, and specialized coating industries seeking to enhance product durability and functionality.

Application

• Diffusion Barriers in Microelectronics: Used as a thin-film coating to prevent intermixing of copper interconnects and silicon substrates in integrated circuits.
• Hard Wear-Resistant Coatings: Applied via physical vapor deposition (PVD) or chemical vapor deposition (CVD) on cutting tools, molds, and mechanical components to extend service life.
• Decorative and Protective Coatings: Provides a durable, gold-like finish on watches, jewelry, and consumer electronics.
• Thin Film Resistors: Employed in the fabrication of high-precision, stable thin-film resistors for electronic circuits.
• Thermal Spray Coatings: Used to create thermal barrier and anti-corrosion coatings on aerospace and industrial gas turbine components.
• Catalyst Support: Serves as a stable, inert support material for certain heterogeneous catalysts in chemical synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tantalum Nitride
CAS No.	12033-62-4
Molecular Formula	TaN
Molecular Weight	194.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Tantalum mononitride; Tantalum nitride (TaN); Nitridotantalum; Tantalum(III) nitride; EC 234-788-4; Tantalum-Nitride powder; Tantalum nitride, 99.5% (metals basis)
EINECS	234-788-4

Quality Control

Our Tantalum Nitride is manufactured under controlled conditions and undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, particle size distribution, and metallic impurities. Our quality management system adheres to ISO 9001 guidelines, ensuring traceability and reliability for critical industrial applications.

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). This material is moisture-sensitive (hygroscopic); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Isolate from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black powder
Assay (TaN basis)	≥ 99.5%
Crystal Phase	Hexagonal (δ-phase) / Cubic
Particle Size (D50)	1-5 µm (other grades available)
Oxygen Content	≤ 0.5%
Carbon Content	≤ 0.1%
Metallic Impurities (Fe, Ni, Cr, etc.)	≤ 500 ppm (total)
Bulk Density	Contact for details

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