In the field of transparent conductive targets, aluminum-doped zinc oxide (AZO) has become the ideal choice for industries such as photovoltaics, displays, and electronics, thanks to its superior optoelectronic performance, low-cost advantages, and environmentally friendly characteristics. As a zinc oxide functional target doped with aluminum, AZO targets can be used to prepare high-performance transparent conductive films via sputtering, providing efficient electrical and optical solutions for various devices.

Excellent Properties of AZO Target

• High Transparency and Low Resistivity

  AZO targets can form conductive films with high transparency and low resistivity, with optical and electrical properties comparable to traditional ITO materials, but at a lower cost, making it more suitable for large-scale applications.

• High Purity and Excellent Stability

  Purity can reach 99.99%, with low impurity content. The films are uniform and dense, with stable performance suitable for high-demand processes.

• Excellent Thermal Stability

  Maintains the conductivity and structural stability of the films under high temperature and pressure environments, suitable for high-temperature processes or long-term working conditions.

• Strong Chemical Stability and Environmentally Friendly

  AZO targets exhibit good resistance to acids, alkalis, and most chemicals. They are non-toxic, environmentally friendly, and align with green manufacturing and sustainable development trends.

Wide Applications of AZO Target

1. Display Panels

   In modern electronic display devices, transparent conductive films are essential core materials. Many LCDs, touch screens, liquid crystal displays, and high-resolution screens use transparent electrodes, replacing rare metal indium. AZO targets, with their excellent conductivity and transparency, have become an important material for manufacturing these displays. Using the magnetron sputtering process, the elements of AZO targets are deposited on glass or plastic substrates to form thin, uniform conductive layers, effectively improving display clarity and response speed.

2. New Energy Field

   With the popularity of renewable energy, the development of solar cells has accelerated. AZO targets play an important role in thin-film solar cells, serving as a transparent conductive layer that enhances photoelectric conversion efficiency. Its excellent light transmission ensures optimal light penetration, while its conductivity ensures effective electron flow, thereby improving overall energy conversion efficiency. Its superior weatherability and inherent stability ensure that solar cells maintain reliable operation and stable performance in outdoor environments for extended periods.

3. Optical Device Manufacturing

   In some high-end optical devices and lighting systems, AZO films are used as reflective or light-guide layers. The combination of its transparency and conductivity provides the possibility for efficient optical conduction. For example, in LED lighting, AZO films can serve as conductive layers, improving the uniformity of current distribution and ensuring the brightness and longevity of lighting devices. Its ability to transmit ultraviolet and infrared light also supports some specialized optical applications.

4. Building Energy-Efficient Glass

   In the field of energy-efficient building glass, AZO targets can be used to prepare functional coatings that achieve both heat insulation and conductivity. These coatings effectively block infrared heat, reduce energy consumption, and maintain excellent transparency and conductivity, providing both comfort and energy-saving effects.