| Catalog No. | ST0869 |
| Material | LiMn2O4 |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Shape | Planar Disc |
Lithium manganate sputtering target is available in various forms, purities, sizes, and prices. Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) offers high quality lithium manganate sputtering targets at the most competitive price.
The Lithium Manganese Oxide (LiMn₂O₄) Target features a well-established spinel crystal structure, facilitating three-dimensional lithium-ion pathways that promote excellent ionic conductivity and swift lithium-ion diffusion. This material merges the superior electrochemical performance of manganese-based compounds with notable thermal stability and structural integrity. With a working voltage around 4V vs. Li/Li⁺, LiMn₂O₄ strikes an optimal balance between energy density and safety. The manganese component enhances environmental sustainability and cost efficiency, while the compound’s resilience against capacity fading due to structural distortions ensures long-term reliability. As a sputtering target, LiMn₂O₄ guarantees uniform thin film deposition, high purity, and compatibility with various deposition systems, making it perfectly suited for cutting-edge energy storage and microelectronic thin-film applications.
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Properties
| Material | LiMn2O4 |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Melting Point | >400 °C |
| Shape | Planar Disc |
Size
| Diameter | 2″ (can be customized) |
| Thickness | 0.125″ (can be customized) |
Note: Specifications are based on theoretical data. For customized requirements and detailed inquiries, please contact us.
The Lithium Manganese Oxide Target (LiMn₂O₄) is extensively utilized in the production of thin films for lithium-ion battery cathodes, especially in applications demanding high rate capability and thermal stability. Key applications include:
Our LiMn₂O₄ Targets are carefully packaged to preserve product integrity during storage and transit. Depending on the size, smaller targets are securely housed in polypropylene (PP) boxes, while larger ones are shipped in custom wooden crates. We emphasize customized packaging solutions and utilize appropriate cushioning materials to ensure maximum protection.
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Q1: What are the primary applications of Lithium Manganese Oxide (LiMn₂O₄) in thin-film technologies?
A1: LiMn₂O₄ is primarily used for fabricating thin-film cathodes in lithium-ion microbatteries, particularly for portable electronics, sensors, and MEMS devices, due to its high voltage, thermal stability, and environmental sustainability.
Q2: What benefits does LiMn₂O₄ offer as a sputtering target material?
A2: LiMn₂O₄ provides high electrochemical stability, excellent rate capability, and robust thermal resilience, making it ideal for thin-film deposition processes in energy storage technologies.
Q3: Which deposition techniques are compatible with LiMn₂O₄ targets?
A3: LiMn₂O₄ targets are primarily compatible with RF or DC magnetron sputtering systems, enabling the production of uniform and adherent thin films.
| Material | Working Voltage (V vs. Li/Li⁺) | Specific Capacity (mAh/g) | Cyclic Stability (Capacity Retention) | Li⁺ Diffusion Coefficient (cm²/s) | Crystal Structure | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LiMn₂O₄ (Standard) | 4.0 | 123.5 (initial) | 73.68% @50 cycles | ~1×10⁻¹⁰ | Spinel | Low |
| High-Entropy LiMn₂O₄ (EI-LMO) | 4.0 | 120-130 | 80% @1000 cycles (10C rate) | ~5×10⁻¹⁰ | Spinel | Medium |
| LiNi₀.₅Mn₁.₅O₄ (LNMO) | 4.7 | 130-140 | Low (requires ionic liquid electrolytes) | ~3×10⁻¹¹ | Spinel | High |
| LiFePO₄ | 3.4 | 150-170 | >95% @500 cycles | ~1×10⁻¹⁴ | Olivine | Low |
| LiCoO₂ | 3.8 | 140-160 | ~80% @500 cycles | ~1×10⁻¹¹ | Layered | Very High |
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Lithium is a soft, silvery-white alkali metal, known as the lightest metal and one of the most reactive. It is highly flammable and reacts vigorously with water to form lithium hydroxide and hydrogen gas. Due to its low atomic mass and high electrochemical potential, lithium is crucial in energy storage systems, particularly in lithium-ion and lithium-polymer batteries. Additionally, lithium is utilized in ceramics, glass production, aerospace alloys, and nuclear fusion processes. In thin-film and sputtering applications, lithium compounds are commonly employed as cathode materials for rechargeable batteries.
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Manganese is a hard, brittle transition metal essential for steel production, enhancing hardness, stiffness, and strength. It is widely used in battery manufacturing, ceramics, fertilizers, and electronic materials. In advanced materials, manganese plays a key role in magnetic and oxide compounds, such as LiMn₂O₄, which are vital for spintronics, magnetic sensors, and memory devices due to their colossal magnetoresistance and functional properties.
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