Description

Silicon, Isotope Ofmass 32 is a stable isotope of silicon, specifically silicon-32, with the CAS registry number 15092-72-5. This material is critical for advanced research and industrial applications requiring precise isotopic labeling or tracing, where standard elemental silicon is insufficient. It is primarily utilized by researchers and engineers in the fields of semiconductor development, nuclear science, and materials science for doping studies, neutron transmutation doping (NTD), and as a tracer in geochemical and environmental research.

Application

• Semiconductor Research & Development: Used as a dopant tracer in silicon crystal growth to study diffusion mechanisms and defect engineering.
• Neutron Transmutation Doping (NTD): Serves as a target material for producing precisely doped silicon with uniform resistivity for high-power electronic devices.
• Isotopic Tracer Studies: Employed in geochemical, environmental, and biological research to track silicon pathways and cycles.
• Nuclear Physics & Spectroscopy: Used in calibration standards and fundamental research involving nuclear reactions and decay studies.
• Advanced Materials Science: Incorporated into specialized alloys and composites to investigate material properties and stability under specific conditions.
• Quality Control & Analytical Standards: Acts as a certified reference material (CRM) for instrument calibration in mass spectrometry and other analytical techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Silicon, Isotope Ofmass 32
CAS No.	15092-72-5
Molecular Formula	Si
Molecular Weight	31.98 g/mol (for ³²Si)
Synonyms	Silicon-32; ³²Si; Silicon, isotope of mass 32; Silicon 32; Stable Silicon-32 Isotope; Silicon (³²Si); Radioisotope Silicon-32 (Note: ³²Si is a long-lived radioisotope); Silicon, isotopic Si-32
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Silicon-32 isotope is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure isotopic purity and chemical consistency. Each batch is characterized using high-precision mass spectrometry to confirm isotopic enrichment and the absence of significant radioactive contaminants. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided, detailing isotopic abundance, radionuclidic purity (where applicable), and trace elemental impurities. We adhere to relevant guidelines for the handling of isotopic materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. For long-term storage of certain isotopic forms, consult the specific material safety data sheet (MSDS) for any special containment or regulatory requirements. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Gray-black solid or as specified
Isotopic Enrichment (³²Si)	> 95% (Typical, higher grades available)
Chemical Purity (Si basis)	> 99.9%
Identification (MS)	Conforms
Trace Metallic Impurities (ICP-MS)	< 100 ppm total
Specific Activity (if applicable)	Reported on COA
Form	Powder, lump, or target as requested

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