Li2TaO3
ceramicLithium tantalate (Li₂TaO₃) is a ferroelectric ceramic compound that combines lithium and tantalum oxides, notable for its strong piezoelectric and electro-optic properties. It is primarily used in rf and microwave signal processing devices, optical modulators, and acoustic wave applications where its ability to convert between electrical and mechanical/optical signals is critical. Compared to alternatives like lithium niobate, lithium tantalate offers distinct advantages in specific frequency ranges and temperature stability, making it the preferred choice for high-frequency telecommunications filters, surface acoustic wave (SAW) devices, and integrated photonic modulators in demanding aerospace and defense systems.
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Density(ρ) | — | kg/m³ | — | — |
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Band Gap(Eg) | — | eV | — | — | |
Magnetic Moment(μB) | — | µB | — | — |
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Energy Above Hull(ΔEhull) | — | eV/atom | — | — | |
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | — | eV/atom | — | — |