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III-V Compound Wafers

GaAs Wafer

Gallium Arsenide (GaAs) combines a direct bandgap with high electron mobility, making it a widely used substrate material for high-frequency and optoelectronic devices. PWG's GaAs wafers support MMICs, HEMTs, HBTs, VCSELs, laser diodes, and high-efficiency solar cells, available in multiple diameters, crystal orientations, and Epi-ready surface finishes.
  • Size — 2", 3", 4" and 6"
  • Orientation — (100), (111)A and (111)B
  • Conduction type — N-type (Si doped), P-type (Zn doped) and Semi-insulating (C doped)
  • Surface finished — SSP or DSP, epi-ready
  • Packaging — Single wafer cassette, vacuum sealed
Detailed Specifications

Specifications by wafer type.

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Parameter 2”(50.8mm) GaAs Substrate
Conduction Type N-Type P-Type Semi-Insulating
Dopant Si Zn C
Orientation (100), (111)A, (111)B (100), (111)A, (111)B (100), (111)A, (111)B
Resistivity (1.5–9) × 10⁻³ Ω·cm (1.5–9) × 10⁻³ Ω·cm ≥1 × 10⁸ Ω·cm
Mobility 1500–3000 cm²/V·s 1500–3000 cm²/V·s >5000 cm²/V·s
EPD ≤5000 cm⁻² ≤5000 cm⁻² <8000 cm⁻²
Surface Finish SSP / DSP, epi-ready SSP / DSP, epi-ready SSP / DSP, epi-ready
Flat SEMI standard SEMI standard SEMI standard
Packaging Single wafer cassette, vacuum sealed Single wafer cassette, vacuum sealed Single wafer cassette, vacuum sealed

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Applications

Where this wafer delivers value

01

RF & Microwave Devices

Semi-insulating GaAs substrates are widely used in high-frequency device fabrication, including MMICs, pHEMTs, HEMTs and HBTs. They are suitable for RF front ends, microwave amplifiers, wireless communications and related applications.

02

VCSELs & Laser Diodes

GaAs substrates are used for the epitaxial growth of III-V optoelectronic structures, including AlGaAs- and InGaAs-based device systems. Applications include VCSELs, laser diodes, infrared emitters and optical sensing devices.

03

High-Efficiency Solar Cells

GaAs is an important III-V semiconductor material for high-efficiency photovoltaic devices, including space solar cells and concentrator photovoltaic systems. Substrate requirements depend on the cell architecture and manufacturing process.

04

LED & Optoelectronic Devices

GaAs substrates support the growth of III-V epitaxial structures for selected LED and optoelectronic applications, including red and infrared emitters.

FAQ

Common questions about this product

Quick answers on material selection, customization, testing and ordering.

Conductive GaAs wafers, including N-type and P-type materials, are used in device structures requiring specific electrical conductivity. Semi-insulating GaAs wafers offer high electrical resistivity and are commonly used in RF and microwave device fabrication. The appropriate type depends on the device architecture and process requirements.

Semi-insulating GaAs is commonly considered for MMICs, pHEMTs and other RF or microwave devices. The required resistivity, crystal orientation, surface finish and other parameters should be specified according to the device design.

GaAs substrates are widely used for the epitaxial growth of VCSEL and laser diode structures. The required conductivity type, orientation, surface finish and other specifications depend on the epitaxial design and device architecture.

Selected wafer diameters include 2", 3", 4" and 6". Crystal orientation, conductivity type, resistivity, surface finish and other parameters are subject to the available material specification. Contact PWG to confirm requirements for your project.

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