Pb0.61Ge0.39Te
semiconductor· Pb0.61Ge0.39Te
Pb₀.₆₁Ge₀.₃₉Te is a lead-germanium telluride alloy, a narrow-bandgap semiconductor belonging to the IV-VI narrow-gap semiconductor family. This ternary compound is engineered for infrared detection and thermal imaging applications where sensitivity in the mid- to long-wave infrared (MWIR/LWIR) spectrum is critical. The specific Pb/Ge ratio in this composition balances bandgap energy and thermal stability, making it attractive for high-performance infrared detectors, though it remains primarily a research and specialized industrial material rather than a commodity semiconductor.
infrared detectorsthermal imaging sensorsMWIR/LWIR photodetectorscryogenic radiation detectionresearch semiconductor compounds
Compliance & Regulations
?EAR?Conflict Free?RoHS?REACH?TSCA?Prop 65
| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
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