PdTe₂ Crystals

Description

PdTe₂ Crystals (Palladium Ditelluride)

PdTe₂ is a layered transition metal dichalcogenide (TMDC) with a van der Waals structure, known for its fascinating superconducting and topological properties. As a semimetal, PdTe₂ combines high electrical conductivity with strong spin-orbit coupling, making it a promising material for spintronics, quantum materials research, and 2D material studies. Our PdTe₂ crystals are synthesized using high-temperature chemical vapor transport (CVT) techniques, ensuring high purity, excellent crystallinity, and reliable physical properties.

Sample Size Option:
Crystals larger than 10 mm²

Material Properties:
Layered Van der Waals Structure: Enables exfoliation into thin layers for 2D applications.
Semimetallic Conductivity: Exhibits high electrical conductivity.
Topological Properties: Hosts topological states due to strong spin-orbit coupling.
Superconductivity: Displays superconducting behavior at low temperatures (~1.₆ K).

Crystal Structure:
Type: Layered hexagonal structure
Features: Cleavable layers suitable for nanoscale applications and heterostructures.

Degree of Exfoliation:
Ease of Use: Readily exfoliated into monolayers or few-layer sheets for advanced research.

Other Characteristics:
Topological Behavior: A candidate material for exploring topological superconductivity.
Electronic Properties: Exhibits robust electronic transport characteristics.
Environmental Stability: Stable under inert storage and controlled conditions.

Applications:
Quantum Materials Research:
Enables studies of topological properties, superconductivity, and spin-orbit coupling.
Spintronics:
Ideal for exploring spin-based quantum devices.
2D Material Studies:
Suitable for exfoliation into thin layers and integrating with van der Waals heterostructures.
Electronic Devices:
Promising for advanced electronic and optoelectronic applications.
Fundamental Physics Research:
Provides a platform for studying low-dimensional superconducting and quantum phenomena.