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ST0033 Niobium Sputtering Target, Nb

Chemical Formula: Nb
Catalog Number: ST0033
CAS Number: 7440-3-1
Purity: 99.95%, 99.99%
Shape: Discs, Plates, Column Targets, Step Targets, Custom-made

Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) offers high-purity niobium sputtering targets for thin film deposition via DC magnetron sputtering. With excellent thermal conductivity, chemical stability, and superconducting potential, niobium is widely used in microelectronics, optical coatings, energy storage, and superconducting device fabrication.

Our niobium targets are available in various sizes and purities, and can be bonded to a backing plate upon request.

Related Product: Titanium Sputtering Target

Niobium Sputtering Target Safety Data Sheet

 




Description

High Purity Niobium for Thin-film Applications

Niobium Sputtering Target Specification

Symbol Nb
Appearance Gray, metallic
Purity 99.95%, 99.99%
Density 8.57 g/cm³
Melting Point 2,468 °C
Sputtering Method DC
Available Sizes Dia. 1–6″, Thickness 0.125–0.25″
Bonding Methods Indium (recommended), Elastomer
Backing Plates Copper (standard), Molybdenum, Stainless Steel
Custom Shapes Available on request

Niobium Sputtering Target Application

Niobium sputtering targets are primarily used for thin film deposition in the following areas:

  • Semiconductor Devices
    Niobium films serve as diffusion barriers, conductive layers, and superconducting elements.

  • Superconducting Coatings
    Nb, NbTi, and Nb₃Sn thin films are critical for MRI systems, particle accelerators, and quantum devices.

  • Optical Coatings & Filters
    Used in multilayer stacks for reflective or interference filters in optical systems.

  • Energy Storage Systems
    Emerging use in battery coatings, fuel cell membranes, and hydrogen storage materials.

Niobium Sputtering Target Bonding Services

To ensure optimal heat transfer and target integrity during sputtering, SAM offers professional bonding services:

  • Indium Bonding (Recommended)
    Ideal for high-power DC sputtering, providing excellent thermal contact and ease of removal.

  • Elastomer Bonding
    Available for systems requiring mechanical flexibility or low-temperature bonding.

Backing plates are available in copper, molybdenum, and other materials per system requirements.

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Packaging & Handling

Each niobium target is vacuum-sealed and foam-cushioned for maximum protection during shipping. All items are clearly labeled for full traceability. We ensure that every product meets strict material purity and dimensional specifications.

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High purity niobium sputtering target is available in various forms, purities, sizes, and prices. We specialize in producing high purity thin film coating materials with the highest possible density and smallest possible average grain sizes for use in semiconductor, chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and physical vapor deposition (PVD) display and optical applications. Please send us an inquiry for current pricing on sputtering targets and other deposition materials not listed.

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Niobium Sputtering Target, Nb
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by PaulRamsey on Niobium Sputtering Target, Nb

Quick delivery and good package. Perfect for film coating and sputter deposition.