Germanium
Germanium is extracted from germanium bearing zinc ores or from certain coal ores, collecting the flue dusts after the burning process. It can occasionally be found in copper ores.
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Typical analyses of low- and mid-temperature solders focuses on improvements to important metrics such as shock resistance and component resilience. What is less known–and even less well-quantified–is that these solders also present a significant environmental benefit.
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Where has the semiconductor team been traveling to this summer?
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Read MoreFeatures & Benefits
We refine germanium at our facility in the USA.
In addition to refined germanium, Indium Corporation sells germanium compounds, such as germanium tetrachloride and germanium oxide. Please contact us for more information about germanium metals and compounds.
