Nickel Carbide Target (NiC) Product Overview
The Nickel Carbide (NiC) Target is meticulously engineered for high-performance sputtering applications, combining nickel and carbon to deliver unparalleled hardness and durability. The synergy between nickel and carbon results in a dense, resilient coating that excels in resisting wear and abrasion. NiC boasts excellent electrical conductivity and remarkable resistance to oxidation, making it ideal for deployment in high-temperature environments. When sputtered, NiC forms a hard, smooth, and wear-resistant film, perfect for applications such as cutting tools, industrial machinery, and electronic components. Its ability to maintain structural integrity under extreme conditions makes it a preferred choice for sophisticated thin-film deposition processes.
Specifications
Material: Nickel Carbide (Ni/C: 70/30 wt%)
Purity: 99.9%
Form: Planar Disc
Note: Specifications are based on theoretical data. For tailored requirements and detailed inquiries, please reach out to us.
Dimensions
Available in customized sizes to meet specific project needs.
Applications
The Nickel Carbide (NiC) Target is highly versatile and finds extensive use in various advanced applications:
- Cutting Tools and Industrial Machinery: Deposits hard, abrasion-resistant coatings on tools and machinery parts, enhancing their durability and lifespan in demanding environments.
- Electronics: Applies durable coatings to electronic components such as connectors, switches, and contacts, ensuring resistance to wear, corrosion, and high temperatures.
- Surface Coatings: Utilized in aerospace and automotive industries for protective coatings that withstand wear and corrosion in extreme conditions.
- Magnetic Materials: Employed in the fabrication of magnetic devices, improving performance in sensors and memory devices through high-quality thin films.
- Tooling and Machinery Components: Enhances the performance and longevity of tools and parts like gears, bearings, and valves exposed to heavy wear in manufacturing processes.
Packaging
Our NiC Targets are packaged with precision to ensure their protection during transit and storage. Depending on the size, smaller targets are securely packed in polypropylene (PP) boxes, while larger ones are shipped in custom wooden crates. We emphasize customized packaging solutions and utilize appropriate cushioning materials to provide optimal protection.
Packaging Options:
- Carton
- Wooden Box
- Customized Packaging
Manufacturing Process
Overview of Manufacturing
Testing Methods
- Chemical Composition Analysis: Ensure purity and compositional accuracy using GDMS or XRF techniques.
- Mechanical Properties Testing: Evaluate tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation to assess material performance.
- Dimensional Inspection: Verify that thickness, width, and length conform to specified tolerances.
- Surface Quality Inspection: Identify defects such as scratches, cracks, or inclusions through visual and ultrasonic examinations.
- Hardness Testing: Determine material hardness to ensure uniformity and mechanical reliability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What purity levels are available for NiC Targets?
A1: SAM offers NiC Targets with high purity, typically 99.9% or higher, ensuring consistent performance and superior coating quality across various applications.
Q2: What sputtering methods are compatible with NiC Targets?
A2: NiC Targets are ideally used in DC magnetron sputtering and RF sputtering processes for depositing thin films in applications such as coatings and electronic devices.
Q3: Is NiC suitable for high-temperature applications?
A3: Yes, NiC demonstrates excellent thermal stability, making it suitable for high-temperature environments like aerospace and automotive applications where materials are exposed to intense heat.
Performance Comparison: NiC vs. Competitors
| Property | NiC Target | Pure Ni Target | NiPt Target |
| Purity | ≥99.9% (high-purity grades) | ≥99.9% | ≥99.95% (alloyed) |
| Electrical Conductivity | Moderate (Ni matrix + carbide) | High (pure metal) | High (Pt enhances) |
| Thermal Conductivity | 50-70 W/m·K | 90 W/m·K | 70-80 W/m·K |
| Thermal Stability | Excellent (up to 800°C) | Good (up to 600°C) | Good (up to 700°C) |
| Oxidation Resistance | High (carbide layer formation) | Low (oxidizes at high temperatures) | High (Pt inhibits oxidation) |
| Deposition Rate | Moderate (carbide bonding) | High | Moderate (alloy complexity) |
| Film Uniformity | Good (nanoscale control) | Excellent (pure metal) | Excellent (alloy refinement) |
| Adhesion Strength | High (intermetallic bonding) | High | High (Pt improves bonding) |
| Primary Applications | Semiconductor coatings, wear-resistant films | Electroplating, magnetic layers | High-end ICs, sensors |
Raw Materials – Nickel (Ni) Additional Information
Physical Properties:
- Density: 8.90 g/cm³
- Melting Point: 1455 °C (2651 °F)
- Structure: Face-Centered Cubic (FCC)
- Magnetic: Ferromagnetic
Chemical Properties:
Nickel is a silvery-white, hard, and corrosion-resistant transition metal with a high melting point. It is widely utilized in the production of alloys, batteries, and electroplating due to its resistance to corrosion and oxidation. Nickel is essential in manufacturing stainless steel, superalloys, and magnetic materials, providing durability, strength, and high-temperature resistance. Additionally, nickel plays a crucial role in catalysis and battery technologies, particularly in lithium-ion and nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. Its ability to form a stable oxide layer makes it ideal for coatings that require resistance to wear and corrosion.
Industrial Applications:
- Alloy Production: Enhances strength and corrosion resistance in stainless steel and superalloys.
- Battery Technologies: Vital for lithium-ion and NiMH batteries.
- Electroplating: Provides a protective and decorative coating.
- Catalysis: Used in chemical reactions, including hydrogenation and synthetic fuel production.
- Magnetic Materials: Utilized in data storage and magnetic sensors.
Raw Materials – Carbon (C) Additional Information
Physical Properties:
- Density: 2.267 g/cm³ (graphite), 3.51 g/cm³ (diamond)
- Allotropes: Graphite, Diamond, Carbon Nanotubes
- Hardness: Varies significantly between allotropes
Chemical Properties:
Carbon is a non-metal element fundamental to organic chemistry, existing in various allotropes such as graphite, diamond, and carbon nanotubes. In Nickel Carbide (NiC), carbon is incorporated as a carbide, enhancing the material’s hardness, wear resistance, and thermal stability. Carbon forms strong covalent bonds within carbides, which are essential for the high-performance characteristics required in coatings and high-temperature environments. Additionally, carbon-based materials like graphene are renowned for their high electrical conductivity and strength, making carbon indispensable in applications ranging from energy storage and electronics to advanced materials science.
Industrial Applications:
- Coatings: Enhances hardness and wear resistance in various tools and components.
- Electronics: Utilized in conductive films and components.
- Energy Storage: Forms the backbone of advanced battery technologies.
- Materials Science: Integral to the development of high-strength, lightweight materials.
- Catalysis: Acts as a support or active component in catalytic processes.