Fullerene-C60, Purity: 99.5%

Description

Fullerene-C60, Purity: 99.5%

Fullerene-C60 (99.5%) is a highly symmetrical spherical molecule composed of 60 carbon atoms arranged in a truncated icosahedron—consisting of 20 hexagons and 12 pentagons. This iconic molecular architecture mimics a soccer ball and is widely recognized as the “buckyball” structure. The name “Buckminsterfullerene” pays homage to architect R. Buckminster Fuller, whose geodesic dome design resembles this molecular geometry.

With remarkable chemical and thermal stability, Fullerene-C60 forms a face-centered cubic crystal on various substrates, including silicon (Si) and gallium arsenide (GaAs), despite lattice mismatches. Its perfect symmetry and nanoscale structure allow it to behave as a new allotrope of carbon with unique mechanical, electronic, and photonic properties.

Fullerene-C60 has significantly advanced the understanding of nanostructured carbon materials. It serves as a precursor and model for other nanomaterials like graphene, carbon nanotubes, and boron nitride nanotubes. Moreover, metal sulfide-coated fullerene structures have shown outstanding lubrication, electrical insulation, and optical modulation capabilities.

Key Applications of Fullerene-C60 (99.5%)

1. Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences

• Targeted drug delivery systems

• Antioxidant and anti-aging components in cosmetics

• DNA-binding probes and NMR contrast agents

2. Energy Technologies

• Components in solar cells, fuel cells, and rechargeable batteries

• Advanced hydrogen storage materials

3. Industrial Applications

• Wear-resistant coatings and composites

• Flame-retardant additives

• Catalysts, polymer enhancers, and smart membranes

• Additives in lubricants and inks

4. Electronics & Semiconductor Industry

• Transistors, diodes, and superconducting devices

• Conductive inks and printable circuits

• Thin-film memory and embedded molecular devices

5. Optics & Imaging

• Nonlinear optical materials

• High-resolution camera coatings

• Fluorescent display tubes and sensors

6. Environmental Technology

• Heavy metal adsorption

• Gas storage and filtration solutions

7. Information and Media Technologies

• Magnetic storage materials

• Toners, inks, and special paper coatings

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