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310980

Gold

wire, diam. 0.5 mm, 99.99% trace metals basis

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Empirical Formula (Hill Notation):
Au
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
196.97
NACRES:
NA.23
PubChem Substance ID:
UNSPSC Code:
12141717
EC Number:
231-165-9
MDL number:
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Quality Level

assay

99.99% trace metals basis

form

wire

reaction suitability

core: gold

resistivity

2.05 μΩ-cm, 0°C

diam.

0.5 mm

bp

2808 °C (lit.)

mp

1063 °C (lit.)

density

19.3 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

SMILES string

[Au]

InChI

1S/Au

InChI key

PCHJSUWPFVWCPO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

General description

Gold (Au) is a yellow noble metal celebrated for its lustrous appearance and exceptional resistance to corrosion. Our high-purity gold is available in wire form with a diameter of 0.5 mm. Gold wires are widely utilized in the electronics and semiconductor industries for interconnecting integrated circuits, thanks to their outstanding conductivity and corrosion resistance. In the field of nanotechnology, gold wires are investigated for their unique properties, including cold welding and remarkable conducting capabilities, which make them ideal for nanoscale electronic applications. Additionally, gold-coated wires offer enhanced durability and oxidation resistance, making them suitable for demanding environments in aerospace and electronics. Overall, gold wires are integral to material science, particularly in advanced electronics and nanotechnology applications, even as research continues to explore cost-effective alternatives.

Preparation Note

380 mg = 10 cm; 1.9 g = 50 cm


Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

wgk

nwg

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable

ppe

Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US)



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