Description

Manganese Diselenide is an inorganic compound with significant utility in advanced material science and electronics. This compound is valued for its semiconducting properties and its role as a precursor in the synthesis of other functional materials. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of thin-film photovoltaics, solid-state lubricants, and spintronic devices. Global industrial and R&D sectors utilize this material for developing next-generation technologies.

Application

• Semiconductor Research & Development: Investigated for use in thin-film solar cells and photodetectors due to its bandgap properties.
• Solid-State Lubricants & Coatings: Used as a dry lubricant additive in high-temperature or vacuum environments.
• Spintronics & Magnetoelectronics: Serves as a material of interest for exploring magnetoresistance and spin-dependent transport phenomena.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) Precursor: Acts as a source material for depositing manganese selenide thin films.
• Catalysis Research: Studied for potential catalytic applications in specific organic transformations or energy conversion processes.
• Solid-State Synthesis: Employed as a starting reagent for the preparation of complex selenide compounds and alloys.

Basic Information

Product Name	Manganese Diselenide
CAS No.	12299-98-8
Molecular Formula	MnSe2
Molecular Weight	205.80 g/mol
Synonyms	Manganese(IV) Selenide; Manganese Selenide (MnSe2); Manganese Diselenide Powder; Manganese(IV) Diselenide; Manganese Tetraselenide (obsolete); Manganese Selenide (1:2); Manganese(4+) diselenide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Manganese Diselenide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD) for phase identification and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis for elemental composition. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific lot results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark gray to black powder
Identification (XRD)	Conforms to standard pattern
Assay (MnSe2)	≥ 99.0%
Particle Size (D50)	< 10 µm (or as specified)
Trace Metals (ICP)	Contact for details

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