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Copper Nitride (Cu₃N) is a high-performance inorganic compound known for its unique combination of properties, including excellent thermal stability, high hardness, and superior electrical conductivity. This compound is primarily used in specialized applications such as semiconductor devices, battery technology, and advanced ceramics, where it serves in critical components exposed to demanding environments. Its unique chemical composition and properties make it suitable for applications requiring reliability and high performance.
Product Overview
Copper nitride (Cu3N) is a covalent metal nitride that appears as a deep green powder with high stability. It remains stable at room temperature in air, but undergoes vigorous oxidation when heated to 400°C in oxygen. Copper nitride has a unique crystal structure that can induce significant changes in optical and electrical properties under specific conditions. It is widely used in photonic storage, solar cells, and metallization applications.
Key Features
- High Stability: Stable at room temperature and can withstand changes at high temperatures.
- Unique Crystal Structure: Has a special cubic structure that can generate significant changes in optical and electrical properties.
- Low Reflectivity: Exhibits low reflectivity in both visible and infrared light ranges, making it suitable for optoelectronic storage materials.
- Decomposes Easily: Can decompose under heat or specific conditions, transforming into metallic copper.
Applications
- Optical Storage: Its low-temperature thermal decomposition characteristics and low reflectivity make copper nitride films a potential medium for optical recording.
- Solar Cells: The composition of copper nitride films can be adjusted to optimize optical band gaps, enhancing photovoltaic voltage.
- Metallization: Can be converted to metallic copper through heating or exposure to electron beams or ion beams, widely used in metallization applications.
- Lithium Battery Anode Material: Due to its ion-doping properties, copper nitride may serve as an excellent anode material for lithium batteries.
| Item | Description |
| Molecular Formula | Cu₃N |
| CAS Number | 1308-80-1 |
| Density | 5.840 g/cm³ |
| Appearance | Dark green powder, odorless |
| Melting Point | 300℃ |
| Solubility in Water | Insoluble |
