Gadolinium foil is a kind of rare earth metal sputtering target, which is silver gray sheets or pieces. It own properties of ferromagnetic and unusual superconductivity. Gadolinium tend to ignite in air, so the package must be vacuum.
Gadolinium sputtering targets are essential for producing thin films with unique magnetic, thermal, and optical properties, making them invaluable across a variety of advanced industries. Composed of high-purity gadolinium, these targets are primarily used in physical vapor deposition (PVD) processes to create precision coatings on various substrates. Gadolinium’s remarkable properties-especially its strong magnetic behavior, neutron absorption, and thermal stability-make it a preferred material in sectors such as electronics, medical technology, nuclear energy, and optics.
Gadolinium Foil
Gd/REM 99%
REM 99.9%
| CAS No.:7440-54-2 | EINECS No.:231-162-2 | Molecular Formula:Gd | Molecular Weight:157.25 |
| Melting Point: 1313℃ | Boiling Point:3266℃ | Density:7.9004 | UN 3208 4.3/PG 3 |
Applications
In the electronics and data storageindustries, gadolinium sputtering targets, are utilized for the production of magneto-optical recording media, sensors, and magnetic storage devices. Gadolinium’s high magnetic susceptibility at low temperatures allows for highly sensitive magnetic layers, ideal for applications in data storage and spintronic devices, where precision and stability are crucial for performance.
The nuclear energy sector also benefits from gadolinium sputtering applications. Gadolinium’s strong neutron absorption capabilities make it an excellent material for control rods and neutron shields, contributing to safer, more efficient nuclear reactors. When used as a thin film in these applications, gadolinium enhances the effectiveness of radiation control systems.
In medical imaging, gadolinium-based coatings are valuable for MRI contrast agents, as gadolinium compounds enhance image clarity and detail in diagnostic imaging. Additionally, gadolinium coatings are used in specialized medical devices and imaging sensors where magnetic properties are essential.