Description
Cuprous Oxide (Cu₂O) Micron Powder, Purity: 99.99%, Size: -200 mesh
Cuprous Oxide (Cu₂O) is a high-purity, fine micron powder with 99.99% purity and a particle size of -200 mesh. Known for its distinctive reddish-brown color, Cu₂O is widely used as a pigment and functional material across industries. It is valued for its semiconducting, antimicrobial, and catalytic properties, making it a versatile material in advanced applications.
Cu₂O occurs naturally as the mineral cuprite, but industrial production ensures precise purity and particle control, enabling reliable performance in coatings, ceramics, electronics, and catalysis.
Technical Properties
Property | Value |
---|---|
Purity | 99.99% |
Particle Size | -200 mesh |
Composition | Cu: 79.9%, O: 20.1% |
CAS Number | 1317-38-0 |
Density | 6.3 – 6.49 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | 1326 °C |
Crystal Structure | Monoclinic |
Form | Powder |
Applications
Pigments & Colorants: Used in ceramics, enamels, and glasses for producing rich red, brown, and ruby hues.
Paints & Inks: Serves as a stable coloring agent with high opacity and durability.
Catalysis: Applied as a catalyst in organic reactions, photocatalysis, and CO oxidation.
Antifouling Coatings: Widely used in marine paints to prevent biofouling on ship hulls.
Electronics: Functions as a semiconductor material in solar cells, rectifiers, and gas sensors.
Glass & Ceramic Industries: Adds controlled coloration and enhances optical properties.