Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Silicon(IV) oxide, Puratronic|r, 99.999% (metals basis)
Quantity/Pack Size – 100g, 25g
Form – Powder
Grade – Puratronic (99.999% metals basis)
Application – High-precision laboratory synthesis, semiconductor research
Product Overview
This Puratronic-grade silicon(IV) oxide represents the pinnacle of material purity, offering 99.999% (metals basis) silicon dioxide with unparalleled consistency for demanding laboratory applications. The ultra-high purity formulation eliminates trace metal contaminants that could compromise experimental results, making it ideal for advanced material science and semiconductor research. The powder form provides excellent dispersibility while maintaining the material’s inherent thermal stability and chemical inertness. With a tightly controlled particle size distribution, this silicon dioxide delivers reproducible performance in critical processes where even minor impurities could affect outcomes. The Puratronic certification ensures rigorous quality control throughout production, with each batch undergoing comprehensive elemental analysis to verify the 99.999% purity specification. The material’s amorphous structure offers unique optical properties while maintaining exceptional resistance to thermal shock and chemical corrosion. This grade of silicon dioxide serves as a reliable reference material for analytical calibration and as a high-performance substrate in advanced material synthesis.
FAQs
1.
What is the difference between Puratronic and standard reagent grade silicon dioxide?
Puratronic grade undergoes additional purification steps to achieve 99.999% purity, eliminating trace metal contaminants that standard reagent grades may contain. 2.
Can this silicon dioxide be used in high-temperature applications?
Yes, the material maintains structural integrity up to 1700°C, making it suitable for most high-temperature laboratory processes. 3.
What is the typical particle size range for this powder?
The powder has a controlled particle size distribution typically ranging from 1-10 microns, though exact specifications may vary slightly between batches. 4.
How should this material be stored to maintain its purity?
Store in the original sealed container at room temperature, protected from moisture and direct sunlight to prevent contamination or degradation. 5.
Is this silicon dioxide compatible with standard laboratory glassware?
The material is chemically inert and won’t react with borosilicate glass or most common laboratory container materials under normal conditions.
