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A tungsten evaporation boat is a container that holds the material to be evaporated and provides a controlled environment for evaporation. It is heated using an electric current, causing the material to evaporate and form a vapor cloud, which then condenses onto a substrate, creating a film or coating. Tungsten was chosen as the boat material for its high melting point and low vapor pressure, ensuring efficient heating and uniform evaporation. The boats have excellent resistance to chemical reactions, maintaining material purity during deposition. They come in various sizes and shapes, with additional features like grooves for enhanced vaporization. Tungsten evaporation boats are widely used in electronics, optics, and thin film coating industries, allowing for precise control and reproducibility. Careful handling is necessary due to tungsten's brittleness.

Tungsten Evaporation Boat

Tungsten Evaporation Boat

Item Number : LMF-TEB


In summary, tungsten evaporation boats are specialized containers made from tungsten for the vacuum deposition process. They provide a controlled environment for the evaporation of materials and ensure uniform deposition onto substrates. Tungsten's high melting point and inertness make it suitable for high-temperature evaporation, while its resistance to chemical reactions maintains material purity. These boats are widely used in industries requiring thin film coatings and offer precise control and reproducibility in the deposition process. Careful handling is necessary to prevent damage to the evaporation boats.

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What are tungsten boats?

Tungsten boats are small containers or trays made from tungsten metal. They are designed to hold and transport materials at high temperatures in various industrial and laboratory applications. Tungsten boats are commonly used in processes such as evaporation, sintering, and thermal analysis.

What are the advantages of using tungsten boats?

Tungsten boats offer several advantages in high-temperature applications. Firstly, tungsten has an extremely high melting point of 3,422°C, making it suitable for use in environments with extremely high temperatures. Tungsten boats also have excellent thermal conductivity, allowing for efficient heat transfer and uniform heating of the material being processed. They have high mechanical strength and can withstand deformation and warping even at elevated temperatures. Tungsten is highly resistant to chemical corrosion, making tungsten boats compatible with a wide range of materials and environments. Additionally, tungsten has a low vapor pressure, which means it has minimal vapor contamination, making it suitable for high-purity applications. Tungsten boats have a long lifespan and can be used repeatedly without significant deterioration.

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