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Niobium Pentoxide (Nb2O5) Sputtering Targets
High-density hot-pressed niobium pentoxide (Nb2O5, CAS 1313-96-8) ceramic sputtering targets in 4N (99.99%) / 4N5 purity, indium-bonded for arc-free RF and pulsed-DC thin-film deposition.
Alternate & search designations: Niobium Pentoxide RF magnetron target, Nb2O5 PVD dielectric cathode disc, 4N Nb2O5 & conductive Nb2O5-x optical PVD sputter target
Purity / Grade Options4N (99.99%) / 4N5
Standard DimensionsØ 1", 2", 3", 4", 6" × Thickness 2–6.35 mm (+ OFHC Cu Backing Plate)
Available ConfigurationsHot-pressed / HIP high-density ceramic disc; Metallic Indium bonded to OFHC Cu
Ordering & MOQSpecification-based quote · Prototype & production lots
Material & Engineering Overview
Sintered by vacuum hot-pressing or Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) from sub-micron 4N (99.99%) / 4N5 precursor powders, our niobium pentoxide (Nb2O5, CAS 1313-96-8) sputtering targets achieve high relative density (typically 96%–99.5% of 4.55 g/cm³ theoretical density) and homogeneous phase stoichiometry. High density suppresses outgassing, surface nodule formation, and plasma arcing during RF magnetron or reactive pulsed-DC sputtering.
Available in stoichiometric white Nb2O5 (RF) and conductive black sub-oxide Nb2O5-x (pulsed-DC/RF) for high-index (n ~ 2.30–2.35) visible/NIR optical coatings. Because ceramic targets have low thermal conductivity and limited thermal-shock resistance, we strongly recommend ordering Nb2O5 targets metallic-indium bonded to an OFHC copper backing plate. Each target ships vacuum-packed with its batch chemical assay and density COA.
Standard Shipment Documentation: Manufacturer Lot COA (stoichiometry, trace metal ICP assay in ppm, sintered bulk density) and backing-plate bond inspection.
Primary Research & Industrial Applications
- High-index visible/NIR bandpass filters, beam splitters, and AR stacks paired with SiO2
- Electrochromic counter-electrode and memristor resistive-switching (RRAM) films
- High-permittivity dielectric capacitor layers (εr ~ 35–45)
- Ophthalmic and precision camera lens multi-layer coatings
Nominal Material Reference Properties
| Property / Metric | Nominal Reference Value (Grade Dependent) |
| Formula & CAS # | Nb2O5 (CAS 1313-96-8) |
| Purity Grades | 4N (99.99%) / 4N5 |
| Bulk / Theoretical Density | 4.55 g/cm³ (≥96%–99.5% relative density) |
| Recommended Bonding | Metallic Indium bond to OFHC Cu backing plate (<120 °C max run temp) |
| Recommended Power Ramp | RF / Pulsed-DC ramp at 5–10 W/min with ≥2–4 L/min cooling water |
Reference values reflect typical sintered, fused, or wrought grades. Exact batch test figures are confirmed on your written quotation and accompanying lot Certificate of Analysis.
What to Specify in Your Quote Request
Specify Nb2O5 purity (4N (99.99%) / 4N5), exact dopant weight/mole ratio if applicable, ceramic disc diameter × thickness (e.g., Ø 50.8 × 3.175 mm), backing-plate geometry, and sputtering chamber gun model.
Include target quantity, destination country/postal code for express air freight calculation, and any special cleanroom bagging or certification requests.
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Technical & Procurement FAQ
Why should niobium pentoxide (Nb2O5) targets be indium-bonded to an OFHC copper backing plate?
As a brittle ceramic, Nb2O5 develops steep radial thermal gradients under RF plasma heating; full-coverage metallic indium bonding transfers heat efficiently into the water-cooled copper backing plate and prevents thermal-stress cracking.
What RF power conditioning procedure avoids cracking a new Nb2O5 target?
Start at low RF power (~15–25 W on a 2-inch target), ramp slowly at 5–10 W/min over 20–30 minutes while monitoring reflected power, and never exceed ~2–4 W/cm² power density on dielectric oxide/nitride targets.
Is oxygen or nitrogen reactive gas backfill needed when sputtering Nb2O5?
RF sputtering in pure argon often produces slightly anion-deficient films; introducing 1%–10% O2 (for oxides) or N2 (for nitrides) in the Ar plasma restores full stoichiometry and optical transparency.