Description

Tantalum Phosphide CAS NO 12037-63-7 is an inorganic compound of tantalum and phosphorus, typically appearing as a dark crystalline solid. This material is valued for its high thermal stability and semiconducting properties, making it a critical component in advanced electronic and optoelectronic applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and research institutions in the semiconductor, materials science, and catalysis sectors for developing next-generation devices and coatings.

Application

• Semiconductor Fabrication: Used as a precursor or dopant source in the production of specialized III-V and compound semiconductors.
• Thin-Film Deposition: Employed in physical vapor deposition (PVD) and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes to create wear-resistant and protective coatings.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a potential catalyst or catalyst support in high-temperature chemical reactions and hydrogenation processes.
• Optoelectronic Devices: A candidate material for photodetectors, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and other devices due to its tunable bandgap properties.
• High-Temperature Materials: Incorporated into cermets and composites designed for extreme thermal and corrosive environments.
• Energy Storage: Explored for use in anode materials for lithium-ion batteries to enhance capacity and cycle life.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a fundamental research chemical for studying the properties of transition metal phosphides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tantalum Phosphide
CAS No.	12037-63-7
Molecular Formula	TaP
Molecular Weight	211.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Tantalum(III) phosphide; Phosphanylidynetantalum; Tantalum monophosphide; TaP; Tantalum phosphide (TaP)
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Quality Control

Our Tantalum Phosphide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, metallic impurities, and particle size distribution. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of advanced materials and electronics manufacturing.

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) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black crystalline powder
Assay (TaP)	≥ 99.5%
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm (other sizes available)
X-Ray Diffraction (XRD)	Matches standard pattern
Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	< 500 ppm total
Oxygen Content	< 1.0 %
Nitrogen Content	< 0.5 %

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