Silver Nanoparticles
We develop silver nanoparticles with advanced synthesis techniques, high quality standards and strong R&D infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
10.49 g/cm³
961.8°C
2162°C
Approximately 63 × 10⁶ S/m (Silver is the metal with the highest known electrical conductivity.)
429 W/m·K (Widely used in thermal management applications due to its high thermal conductivity.)
Exhibits strong light absorption and scattering at specific wavelengths due to its plasmonic effect.
Silver nanoparticles are synthesized using reducing agents like sodium borohydride (NaBH₄) or citrate, commonly starting from silver nitrate (AgNO₃).
Eco-friendly production approaches involve the use of plant extracts or biopolymers for reduction and stabilization.
Thin nanoscale silver films are formed by condensing vaporized silver atoms onto a substrate surface.
Nanosilver particles are produced directly from a solid silver target by applying high-energy laser pulses.
Production Methods
Chemical Reduction Method: Nanoparticles are synthesized with reducing agents such as sodium borohydride (NaBH₄) or citrate, usually using a precursor such as silver nitrate (AgNO₃).
Green Synthesis: Environmentally friendly production methods have been developed using plant extracts or biopolymers.
Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD): Nanoscale films are formed by condensing vaporized silver atoms onto a surface.
Laser Ablation: Nanoscale particles are produced from the silver surface using a laser source.
Areas of Use and Purposes
- Antibacterial Coatings: Silver nanoparticles are used as antibacterial agents due to their effects that destroy bacterial cell membranes and inhibit DNA replication.
- Wound Dressings and Medical Textiles: Thanks to its antibacterial properties, it is preferred in bandages, textiles and catheter coatings used for burn wounds and surgical wounds.
- Drug Delivery Systems: Nanoparticles are combined with biocompatible polymers and used in drug delivery systems to enable controlled drug release.
- Conductive Inks and Printed Electronics: Silver nanoparticles are found in conductive inks used for flexible circuits, RFID tags and touch screens.
- Nano-sensors: Utilize their plasmonic and electrochemical properties to detect environmental pollutants, biomolecules or gases.
- Heat Management: Due to its high thermal conductivity, it is used in systems such as LED heat sinks and heat pipes.
- Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) Sensors: Silver nanoparticles exhibit strong plasmonic properties used in optical biosensors.
- Photocatalysis: It plays a role in nano-catalysts that can effectively use sunlight to break down organic pollutants.
- Antibacterial Filters: Membranes containing silver nanoparticles are used to kill pathogens in water treatment systems.
- Catalytic Applications: It plays an active role in catalytic systems that degrade harmful chemicals, heavy metals and organic compounds.
- Antibacterial Fabrics: Clothes, socks, sportswear and bedding containing silver nanoparticles inhibit bacterial growth and prevent bad odors.
- Sunscreens and Cosmetics: It is used in formulations that provide protection against UV rays.
- Lithium-Ion Batteries: Silver nanoparticles can be added to cathode materials to improve electrode stability.
- Fuel Cells: Due to its electrocatalytic properties, it is being studied as an alternative to platinum in hydrogen fuel cells.
PRODUCTS
Silver Nanorods (AgNRs)
Silver nanorods are grown on conductive substrates using templated electrodeposition techniques.