Gallium nitride-how to produce?

[kimmylsm]

How to prepare chemically, i mean liquidly, gallium nitride GaN beside using ammonia which is not pratical? nitrogen is tried but not very successful.

 

[denfire]

there is a way... via wet chemistry... use Gallium Chloride and Lithium Nitride with some small amount of amine then add heat check a phase diagram to see how high you have to go , but i believe 290 C is good, however this is a recipe for nanocrystalline Ga with wurtzite structure... and should be dispersed in Chloroform or Toulene after being cleaned by an ethyl reflux. There are plenty of papers out there on "how to" ... don't be lazy... read them!

 

[oswaler]

There are several methods for producing gallium nitride (GaN) chemically, including the use of ammonia and nitrogen. However, as mentioned, these methods may not be practical for certain applications. One alternative method is to use a process called metalorganic chemical vapor deposition (MOCVD). This involves the reaction of a metalorganic precursor, such as trimethylgallium, with a nitrogen-containing gas, such as nitrogen or ammonia, at high temperatures. The resulting GaN film can then be deposited onto a substrate.

Another method is molecular beam epitaxy (MBE), where a beam of gallium and nitrogen atoms is directed onto a substrate, resulting in the growth of a GaN film. This method allows for precise control of the film thickness and composition.

In addition, there are also methods for producing liquid GaN, such as the use of supercritical fluids. This involves using a solvent, such as supercritical carbon dioxide, to dissolve gallium and nitrogen precursors, which are then reacted to form GaN. This method may be more practical for certain applications, as it allows for easier handling and processing of the liquid GaN.

Overall, there are various methods for producing GaN, each with its own advantages and limitations. The choice of method will depend on the specific application and the desired properties of the GaN material. Further research and development in this area may also lead to more efficient and practical methods for producing GaN.