Description

Dodecabismuth Germanium Icosaoxide is a specialized inorganic compound with the formula Bi12GeO20. This material is valued for its unique piezoelectric, electro-optic, and photorefractive properties, making it a critical component in advanced technological applications. It is primarily sought by manufacturers and R&D departments in the electronics, photonics, and materials science sectors for developing sensors, optical modulators, and non-linear optical devices.

Application

• Piezoelectric Devices: Used in the fabrication of high-frequency transducers, resonators, and surface acoustic wave (SAW) devices for telecommunications and sensing.
• Electro-Optic Components: A key material for optical modulators, Q-switches, and beam deflectors in laser systems due to its strong electro-optic effect.
• Photorefractive Media: Employed in holographic data storage, optical phase conjugation, and real-time image processing applications.
• Non-Linear Optics (NLO): Utilized for second harmonic generation (SHG) and other frequency conversion processes in laser technology.
• Dielectric and Ferroelectric Materials: Serves as a substrate or active layer in capacitor and memory device research.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A subject of study in materials science for exploring novel electronic and optical phenomena.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodecabismuth Germanium Icosaoxide
CAS No.	12233-73-7
Molecular Formula	Bi12GeO20
Molecular Weight	2901.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Bismuth Germanium Oxide; Bismuth Germanate; Bi12GeO20; BGO (in context); Dodecabismuth Germinate Icosaoxide; Bismuth(3+) germanium(4+) oxide (Bi12GeO20); Sillénite-type Bismuth Germanium Oxide
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Quality Control

Our Dodecabismuth Germanium Icosaoxide is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, phase composition, and key physical properties. Our quality commitment aligns with industry standards for advanced electronic materials, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific application requirements.

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). Keep the container sealed to protect the product from moisture and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to sillénite-type structure (Bi12GeO20)
Purity (Bi12GeO20 Phase)	≥ 99.9%
Particle Size (D50)	Customizable (e.g., 1-10 µm, 10-50 µm)
Trace Metals (ICP-MS)	≤ 100 ppm total

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