Description

Tantalum Telluride is an inorganic compound belonging to the class of transition metal chalcogenides. This material is valued for its unique electronic and structural properties, which make it a subject of significant interest in advanced materials research and development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of solid-state physics, semiconductor technology, and thermoelectric materials.

Application

• Advanced Semiconductor Research: Investigated for its potential in next-generation electronic and optoelectronic devices due to its layered structure and charge density wave properties.
• Thermoelectric Materials Development: Studied for its ability to convert heat into electrical energy, relevant for waste heat recovery and solid-state cooling applications.
• Catalysis Research: Explored as a potential catalyst or catalyst support in specialized chemical synthesis processes.
• Solid-State Physics Studies: Serves as a model compound for researching quantum phenomena, superconductivity, and topological insulator behavior.
• Thin Film and Nanomaterial Fabrication: Used as a precursor or target material for depositing thin films via techniques like chemical vapor deposition (CVD) or physical vapor deposition (PVD).

Basic Information

Product Name	Tantalum Telluride
CAS No.	12067-66-2
Molecular Formula	TaTe2
Molecular Weight	436.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Tantalum(IV) telluride; Ditelluridotantalum; Tantalum ditelluride; Tantalum telluride (TaTe2); Tellanylidenetantalum
EINECS	235-099-8

Quality Control

Our Tantalum Telluride is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and purity assessment. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development specifications.

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 such as argon or nitrogen to prevent oxidation and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder or crystals
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to structure
Purity (Metals Basis)	≥ 99.9%
Phase Purity	≥ 99% (by XRD)
Particle Size	Customizable (e.g., -100 mesh, -325 mesh)
Trace Metals Analysis	Available upon request

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