Description
NiBi₂Te₄ Crystals (Nickel Bismuth Telluride)
NiBi₂Te₄ is a layered magnetic topological insulator that combines robust topological surface states with intrinsic magnetic ordering introduced by nickel. This material is a promising candidate for advanced quantum materials research, spintronics, and condensed matter physics. NiBi₂Te₄ is particularly intriguing for exploring quantum phenomena such as the quantum anomalous Hall effect, making it ideal for cutting-edge applications.
Sample Size Options:
Crystals larger than 10 mm²
Crystals larger than 25 mm²
Crystals larger than 100 mm²
Material Properties:
Layered Van der Waals Structure: Enables exfoliation into thin layers for 2D research.
Topological Insulator Behavior: Retains robust surface states protected by time-reversal symmetry.
Magnetic Properties: Intrinsic magnetic ordering from nickel doping.
High Electrical Conductivity: Metallic surface states with semiconducting or insulating bulk properties.
Crystal Structure:
Type: Rhombohedral layered structure
Features: Cleavable into thin sheets, ideal for nanoscale studies and device fabrication.
Degree of Exfoliation:
Ease of Use: Easily exfoliates into monolayers or few-layer sheets for advanced applications.
Other Characteristics:
Quantum Phenomena: Supports studies of magnetic topological insulators and spintronic effects.
Spintronics Potential: Ideal for investigating spin-momentum locking and magneto-optical properties.
Environmental Stability: Stable under inert conditions, with moderate sensitivity to oxidation.
Applications:
Quantum Materials Research:
Ideal for exploring magnetic topological insulators and associated quantum phenomena.
Spintronics:
Suitable for spin-based devices and studies of spin-orbit coupling.
2D Material Studies:
Excellent for exfoliation into thin layers and integration into van der Waals heterostructures.
Condensed Matter Physics:
Enables research into magnetic and electronic properties in topological materials.
Magnetic Sensors:
High sensitivity to magnetic fields, making it ideal for advanced sensing applications.