Description

Zinc Antimonide is an important intermetallic semiconductor compound with the chemical formula ZnSb. This material is valued for its excellent thermoelectric properties, making it a key component in advanced energy conversion and sensing technologies. It is primarily utilized in research and industrial applications focused on thermoelectric devices, infrared detection, and semiconductor doping. Global industries involved in sustainable energy solutions and specialized electronics rely on its consistent performance and purity.

Application

• Thermoelectric Generator Modules: A core material for manufacturing p-type legs in devices that convert waste heat into electrical energy.
• Infrared (IR) Detectors and Sensors: Used in the fabrication of sensitive elements for non-contact temperature measurement and spectroscopic analysis.
• Semiconductor Research & Development: Serves as a dopant or a base material for studying novel electronic and optoelectronic properties.
• Advanced Alloy Production: Acts as a precursor or additive in creating specialized alloys with tailored mechanical and electrical characteristics.
• Photovoltaic Research: Investigated for potential use in next-generation thin-film solar cells due to its favorable bandgap.
• Solid-State Cooling Devices: Employed in the development of Peltier coolers for precise temperature control in electronic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Zinc Antimonide
CAS No.	12039-35-9
Molecular Formula	ZnSb
Molecular Weight	187.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Zinc antimonide (ZnSb); Stibanylidenezinc; Zinc antimony; Antimony zinc alloy; Zn-Sb compound; Zinc monotimonide; Thermolectric grade ZnSb
EINECS	234-896-0

Quality Control

Our Zinc Antimonide is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as elemental assay, phase purity via XRD, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the exacting requirements of advanced material research and industrial 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; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray to black crystalline pieces or powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to ZnSb phase pattern
Assay (ZnSb)	≥ 99.5%
Particle Size (Custom)	As per customer requirement (-100 mesh, -325 mesh, etc.)
Trace Metals (ICP-OES)	≤ 500 ppm total

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