Yttrium Barium Copper Oxide – YBCO Sputtering Target
Yttrium barium copper oxide (YBa₂Cu₃O₇₋ₓ, YBCO) sputtering targets are valued for their high-temperature superconducting properties. Sputtered YBCO films are primarily used in applications such as superconducting electronics, power transmission, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) systems. The material exhibits superconductivity below its critical temperature (Tc) of approximately 92 K, which is higher than the boiling point of liquid nitrogen (77 K). This enables the use of liquid nitrogen as a coolant, making YBCO more practical for various superconducting applications compared to low-temperature superconductors. Additionally, YBCO films can be deposited with a high critical current density and low surface resistance, both of which are crucial for optimizing the performance of superconducting devices. The material is also being investigated for potential applications in quantum computing and advanced magnetic technologies, owing to its unique superconducting characteristics.
| Name | Yttrium Barium Copper Oxide |
| Symbol | YBCO — YBa2Cu3O7-x |
| Purity | 99.9% |
| Shape | Disc, Planar |