Description

Germanium-72 is a stable isotope of the metalloid germanium, distinguished by its specific neutron count and nuclear properties. This high-purity material is critical for advanced applications in nuclear physics, semiconductor research, and as a precursor for specialized detectors. It is essential for research institutions, national laboratories, and high-tech manufacturers working on radiation detection, isotopic tracing, and next-generation electronic materials.

Application

• Nuclear Physics & Research: Used as a target material in particle accelerators and for studies in nuclear structure and reactions.
• Radiation Detection: Serves as a high-purity starting material for manufacturing high-resolution γ-ray spectrometers and other radiation detectors.
• Semiconductor Development: Employed in the research and development of specialized semiconductor compounds with tailored electronic properties.
• Isotopic Tracer Studies: Utilized in scientific research as a stable isotopic tracer in geological, environmental, and materials science investigations.
• Neutron Transmutation Doping (NTD): Acts as a precursor material in the production of precisely doped semiconductor crystals via neutron irradiation.
• Reference Standards: Used in the calibration of analytical equipment and as a certified reference material for isotopic analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Germanium-72
CAS No.	13982-21-3
Molecular Formula	Ge
Molecular Weight	71.92 g/mol
Synonyms	Germanium, isotope of mass 72; Ge-72; 72Ge; Germanium 72; Germanium, isotopic ge-72; Germanium-72 isotope; Stable Germanium-72
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Germanium-72 is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure exceptional isotopic and chemical purity for research-grade applications. Each batch is supported by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing isotopic enrichment, elemental impurities, and other critical parameters are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, clean environment. For long-term storage of high-purity material, consideration should be given to storage under an inert atmosphere to minimize surface oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Metallic solid (form specific)
Isotopic Enrichment (72Ge)	> 95.0% (Higher grades available)
Assay (Total Ge)	> 99.9%
Identification (Isotopic Pattern)	Conforms
Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	< 100 ppm total

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