Tin(II) Oxide

SnO targets (tin oxide targets) are an important functional material with a wide range of applications in many fields.

Basic Information

Chemical formula and chemical composition: The chemical formula of SnO indicates that it is composed of tin (Sn) and oxygen (O), with a tin valence of +2.
Molecular weight: 134.71.
Appearance and colour: SnO targets usually appear blue-black or black.
Crystal Structure: SnO has a cubic crystal system.
Density and Hardness: The density is about 6.45 g/cm³.
Melting Point: The melting point of SnO is approximately 1080°C.
Thermal conductivity: Thermal conductivity reflects the ability of a material to conduct heat. The thermal conductivity of SnO is affected by its crystal structure and composition.

Fields of application

Transparent conductive films: Based on the semiconducting and optical properties of Tin Oxide, transparent conductive films are formed by depositing SnO on transparent substrates (e.g. glass, plastic, etc.) through coating processes such as sputtering or evaporation.

Gas-sensitive sensor field: the semiconductor nature of Tin Oxide makes it sensitive to certain gases.

Optoelectronic device field: in the optoelectronic device, Tin Oxide photoelectric effect makes it possible to convert light signals into electrical signals, SnO target through the coating process made of thin film in the light, photon energy is absorbed, resulting in electron – cavity pairs, these carriers in the electric field under the action of directional movement, the formation of electric current.