Cobalt Oxide (Co₃O₄) Nanopowder/Nanoparticles
Purity: 99.77%, Size: 48 nm
Technical Properties:
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Purity (%) | 99.77 |
| Color | Black |
| Average Particle Size (nm) | 48 |
| Morphology | Nearly spherical |
| Specific Surface Area (m²/g) | 78 |
| Bulk Density (g/cm³) | 0.75 |
| pH | 6.0 |
| Loss on Drying (%) | 0.27 |
| Elemental Analysis (%) | Co: >73, Ni: 0.05, Fe: 0.03, Cu: 0.01, Mn: 0.01 |
Chemical Properties:
Cobalt oxide nanoparticles are a mixed-valence compound (Co²⁺ and Co³⁺). They are soluble in nitric acid and readily absorb moisture but do not form water compounds. Above 1200 °C, they decompose into sub-cobalt oxides.
Applications:
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Electronics & Ceramics: Used in semiconductors, electronic ceramics, temperature and gas sensors.
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Energy Storage: Lithium-ion battery electrode material and other electrochemical cells.
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Solar Energy: Acts as a solar energy absorber.
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Pigments & Colorants: Added to glass and porcelain for coloring.
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Catalysis: Serves as oxidant and catalyst for organic synthesis, and as a catalyst carrier in chemical industries.
