Tin(IV) oxide (SnO₂) is a high-purity inorganic compound known for its exceptional electrical conductivity, optical transparency, and catalytic properties. It is widely used in transparent conducting films, gas sensors, ceramic materials, and specialized electronic applications. Due to its superior chemical stability and unique functional properties, tin(IV) oxide plays a crucial role in precision engineering, environmental monitoring, and advanced coating technologies.
Product Overview
Tin(IV) oxide (SnO2) is a white or light gray crystalline solid with excellent catalytic activity and a high density. It has wide applications in catalysis, sensors, and electronic devices, particularly in combustible gas detectors and catalytic reactions. It is poorly soluble in water but dissolves in hot concentrated alkali.
Product Features
- High Density:With a density of 6.95 g/cm³, SnO2 is suitable for high-performance applications.
- Catalytic Properties:It has excellent catalytic activity, especially used in the oxidation reactions of aromatic compounds.
- Insoluble in Water:Demonstrates strong chemical stability, making it suitable for long-term use.
- Good Sensing Performance:Exhibits superior performance in gas sensors, especially for detecting combustible gases.
Applications
- Catalyst:Used as a catalyst in the synthesis of carboxylic acids and acid anhydrides, especially for the oxidation of aromatic compounds.
- Polishing Powder:Applied in various polishing processes for its fine particulate properties.
- Gas Sensors:Widely used in combustible gas sensors, especially for carbon monoxide detection.
- Doping Material:Can be doped with iron oxide or manganese oxide to improve its performance and used in other high-performance materials.
SPEC. | CHEMICAL COMPONENT:% | |||||||||||||
Sn ≥ | IMPURITIES ≤ | |||||||||||||
As | Fe | Cu | Pb | Bi | Sb | Cd | Zn | Al | S | Ag | Ni + Co | Total | ||
Sn 99.99 | 99.99 | 0.0005 | 0.002 | 0.0005 | 0.0035 | 0.0025 | 0.0015 | 0.0003 | 0.0003 | 0.0005 | 0.0003 | 0.0001 | 0.0006 | 0.01 |