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Gallium–Indium eutectic
Ga 75.5% / In 24.5%, ≥99.99% trace metals basis
Synonym(s):
EGaIn
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Quality Level
Assay
≥99.99% trace metals basis
form
liquid
composition
Ga 75.5% / In 24.5%
mp
15.7 °C (lit.)
density
6.25 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
SMILES string
[Ga].[In]
InChI
1S/Ga.In
InChI key
SPAHBIMNXMGCMI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
General description
Gallium-indium eutectic 99.99% is a unique liquid metal alloy with a melting point of 15.7°C. It has a self-limiting oxide layer that retains its shape, making it ideal for use in various applications. This material is easy to mold, stretch, and form into a variety of shapes. It is also self-healing, which makes it useful in situations where the material may experience wear and tear. With its exceptional properties, gallium-indium eutectic 99.99% is a valuable material for a range of industries, including electronics, robotics, and medical devices.
Application
In the electronics industry, gallium-indium eutectic 99.99% is used as a thermal interface material due to its high thermal conductivity. It is also used as a flexible conductor in soft robotics and stretchable electronics. Because of its ability to conform to irregular shapes and high electronic conductivity, EGaIn is commonly used as an electrical contact for device testing and as the top contact in molecular electronics applications. Additionally, this liquid metal alloy is utilized in medical devices such as soft implants and wearable health monitors due to its biocompatibility and flexibility. Gallium-indium eutectic 99.99% has a wide range of potential applications, and its unique properties make it a valuable material for many industries.
Features and Benefits
- Increase Power Performance: Its high thermal conductivity makes it a high-performing thermal interface material for increased power performance in electronics.
- Simplify Electrical Contact: Its excellent electronic conductivity, conformal shape, and self-healing properties make it easy to make electrical contact for devices and molecular electronics
- Robust Contact: This material conforms to irregular shapes, making it perfect for use in soft robotics and stretchable electronics as a flexible conductor and robust contact.
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Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Aquatic Chronic 3 - Met. Corr. 1 - STOT RE 1 Inhalation
Target Organs
Lungs
Storage Class Code
6.1D - Non-combustible, acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic hazardous materials or hazardous materials causing chronic effects
WGK
WGK 3
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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